Treaments and Services
- Treatment Methods
- Prophylaxis (Teeth Cleaning)
- Bruxism Treatments
- Scaling and Root Planning
- Bite Adjustment
- Osseous Surgery
- Gum Grafting
- Frenectomy
- Crown Lengthening
- Bone Grafting
- Guided Bone and Tissue Regeneration
- Sinus Augmentation
- Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery
- Oral Cancer Exam
- TMJ Dysfunction
- Tooth Extraction
- Microbial Testing
- Local Antibiotic Treatment
- Periodontal Maintenance & Support Therapy
- Dental Implants
Guided Bone and Tissue Regeneration
Gum disease has traditionally been treated by eliminating deep pockets by trimming away the infected gum tissue and by re-contouring the uneven bone around tooth roots (osseous surgery). Although this is still an effective way of treating gum disease, new and more sophisticated procedures are available, when appropriate. One of these advancements is guided bone regeneration, also referred to as guided tissue regeneration. This procedure is used to stabilize endangered teeth or to prepare the jaw for dental implants.
As periodontal disease progresses, defects of different shapes and sizes develop in the bone adjacent to the tooth roots. The soft tissue pockets and bone defects can promote the growth of bacteria and the spread of infection. To address these defects, Dr. Rubino may recommend guided tissue regeneration. During this surgical procedure, the pockets and bony defects are cleaned thoroughly, and a membrane is placed between the soft tissue and the defect in the bone. Some of these membranes are bio-absorbable and “dissolve” during healing while others require removal after sufficient healing time. The membrane covers the defect so that fast-growing soft tissue is prevented from repopulating the defect, and slower-growing bone can begin to grow, or “regenerate,” filling the defect.
The effectiveness of the procedure generally depends on the patient’s willingness to follow a strict postoperative diet and careful oral care. Dr. Rubino will help you determine if bone regeneration surgery is right for you.
