Guided Tissue Bone Regeneration

Traditionally, eliminating the gum pockets by trimming away the infected gum tissue and by re-contouring the uneven bone tissue treats gum disease. Although this is still an effective way of treating gum disease, new and more sophisticated procedures are used routinely today.

During this procedure, which is performed under local anesthesia, your periodontist will gently turn back the gum tissue and remove the disease-causing bacteria and infected tissue. In addition, he may place a gel, called a biomodifier, to prepare the root surface and help ensure the bone regeneration substance adheres to the tooth and successfully begins to regenerate bone. These substances can include membranes (filters), bone grafts, tissue-stimulating proteins, growth factors or a combination thereof, and will help to encourage your body's natural ability to regenerate bone and tissue.