Periodontal Support & Healing
Guided Tissue Regeneration in North Conway, NH
Encourage gum and bone healing to help protect teeth affected by periodontal disease.
When gum disease damages the support around a tooth, it can create deep pockets that are hard to keep clean. Guided tissue regeneration helps your body rebuild healthier support by encouraging the right tissues to heal in the right place. At White Mountain Dental in North Conway, NH, we use a careful, step-by-step approach designed for comfort and predictable healing.
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Guided Tissue Regeneration at White Mountain Dental
Guided tissue regeneration is a periodontal procedure that helps support the regrowth of gum and bone where disease has caused damage. By creating a protected healing space, the goal is to reduce pocket depth, improve stability, and make daily hygiene easier. At White Mountain Dental in North Conway, NH, we evaluate your gums, bone levels, and bite to recommend the safest, most effective plan.
Why This Treatment May Be Recommended
Gum disease can break down the tissues that hold teeth in place. When pockets deepen, bacteria can remain trapped, leading to ongoing inflammation and further bone loss. Guided tissue regeneration is often recommended to help restore healthier support and improve long-term tooth retention.
- Support bone and gum healing Encourages healthier tissue regrowth where support has been lost.
- Reduce periodontal pocket depth Helps create a shallower, more maintainable area for home care.
- Improve tooth stability Reinforces support to help teeth feel more secure during chewing.
- Lower the risk of continued breakdown Can help slow progression when paired with excellent home care and maintenance visits.
- Protect your treatment investment Supports outcomes after periodontal therapy by promoting healthier healing.
How Guided Tissue Regeneration Works
After a detailed evaluation, we gently access the affected area and thoroughly clean the root surface. A specialized barrier may be placed to protect the healing space, allowing supportive tissues to regenerate while keeping unwanted tissue from growing into the area too quickly. In some cases, this may be combined with bone grafting when added support is needed. We then provide clear recovery instructions and schedule follow-ups to monitor progress.
Am I a Candidate?
You may be a candidate if you have periodontal pockets, localized bone loss around one or more teeth, or areas that haven’t responded fully to non-surgical therapy. Good candidates are also committed to daily home care and ongoing periodontal maintenance. If you’re unsure, contact White Mountain Dental in North Conway, NH to schedule an evaluation and review your options.
Guided Tissue Regeneration FAQ
- What is guided tissue regeneration?
- It’s a periodontal procedure that helps your body rebuild healthier support around a tooth by protecting the area as it heals, which can encourage gum and bone regrowth.
- Why would I need this instead of a regular deep cleaning?
- Deep cleaning can reduce inflammation and bacteria, but it can’t always restore lost support. Guided tissue regeneration may be recommended when there’s localized bone loss or deep pockets that need added healing support.
- Does guided tissue regeneration cure gum disease?
- It helps treat damage caused by gum disease, but long-term success depends on consistent home care and maintenance visits to control bacteria and inflammation.
- Is the procedure painful?
- We focus on comfort during treatment, and most patients describe soreness or tenderness afterward that improves over the next few days. We’ll guide you on managing discomfort and protecting the area.
- How long does it take to heal?
- Early healing often happens within a couple of weeks, while deeper tissue and bone remodeling takes longer. We’ll schedule follow-ups to track healing and confirm progress.
- Will I need a bone graft too?
- Sometimes. If added support is needed, grafting may be recommended along with guided tissue regeneration. Your exam and imaging help determine what’s best.
- What should I avoid after treatment?
- You may need to avoid hard or crunchy foods near the area and follow special cleaning instructions while it heals. We’ll provide detailed, easy-to-follow aftercare steps.
- Can the results last long-term?
- They can, especially when periodontal bacteria are well-controlled. Ongoing maintenance visits and consistent daily hygiene are key to protecting the treated area.
- How do I get started?
- Schedule an evaluation so we can measure pocket depth, review images, and discuss whether guided tissue regeneration fits your needs. At White Mountain Dental in North Conway, NH, we’ll outline clear next steps.
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