Straighten Your Teeth in Months, Not Years
Wearing braces for two or three years sounds exhausting—especially when you’re eager to see results. Accelerated orthodontics changes the timeline completely. At Rubino Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, Drs. Thomas, Ryan, and Tyler Rubino offer Periodontally Assisted Osteogenic Orthodontics (PAOO), a proven procedure that works alongside your orthodontist to move teeth up to four times faster than traditional braces alone.
Whether you’re a busy professional who can’t spend years in braces, a teen preparing for college or a major life event, or an adult who previously abandoned orthodontic treatment due to the time commitment, accelerated orthodontics offers a realistic solution. The procedure works for most teens and adults with permanent teeth.
Ready to cut your orthodontic treatment time dramatically? Call our Bradenton dental clinic at 941-209-5052, our Lakewood Ranch/Sarasota location at 941-201-3055, or our Sun City Center office at 813-331-5845. We serve patients throughout Palmetto, Ellenton, and Parrish.
Why Choose Rubino Periodontics & Implant Dentistry for Accelerated Orthodontics
Successfully coordinating periodontal procedures with orthodontic treatment requires specialized training and experience.
- Certified in PAOO (Wilckodontics) with extensive experience accelerating orthodontic cases for teens and adults
- Collaborative approach, working closely with your orthodontist to coordinate every phase of treatment seamlessly
- Piezoelectric surgery technology for precise, minimally invasive bone modification with faster healing
- 3D CT imaging allows exact planning of bone grooves and treatment customization for your anatomy
- Three convenient locations make it easy to fit appointments into your schedule during active treatment
What Is Accelerated Orthodontics?
Accelerated orthodontics, specifically Periodontally Assisted Osteogenic Orthodontics, is a surgical technique that speeds tooth movement by creating controlled modifications in the jawbone surrounding teeth. A periodontist makes strategic vertical grooves in the bone tissue, which temporarily reduces resistance and allows teeth to move three to four times faster than with braces alone.
The bone enters a healing phase that stimulates regeneration, causing new bone to form and adapt to the teeth’s new positions. This approach typically reduces total orthodontic treatment time from 18 to 36 months down to approximately seven months while providing stronger, more stable final results.
How Accelerated Orthodontics Works
Traditional Braces Alone Move Only Teeth
With accelerated orthodontics, you can be out of braces in seven months rather than two to three years.
Conventional orthodontics applies force to teeth through brackets and wires, gradually shifting them through dense bone. The bone resists this movement, which is why treatment takes so long. Additionally, the stress on the bone can cause discomfort, and braces can lead to jaw pain or TMJ issues. Even after treatment, lingering bone resistance can cause teeth to shift back toward their original positions.
PAOO Modifies Bone to Eliminate Resistance
Our periodontal procedure creates controlled vertical grooves in the bone around teeth that need repositioning. These grooves temporarily soften the bone and reduce its resistance to movement. Your orthodontist can then adjust teeth much more rapidly because they’re not fighting against dense, rigid bone structure. The result is faster movement with less discomfort.
Regenerating Bone Stabilizes Results
After we create the grooves, your body initiates a healing response that generates new bone cells to fill the gaps. This regenerating bone tissue naturally adapts to structural changes, reshaping itself around teeth in their new positions. The fresh bone provides renewed, strong support while virtually eliminating the risk of relapse that sometimes occurs with traditional orthodontics.
More Frequent Orthodontic Adjustments
Because your teeth move so much faster, you’ll visit your orthodontist more frequently than typical braces patients—often every two to three weeks instead of every six to eight weeks. These shorter intervals allow your orthodontist to make continuous adjustments that capitalize on the accelerated movement phase.
Benefits of Accelerated Orthodontics
This approach offers numerous advantages that extend beyond simply saving time, making it a compelling choice for patients in Bradenton and Sarasota.
Dramatically Reduced Treatment Duration: Complete your entire orthodontic correction in approximately seven months compared to 18 to 36 months with traditional braces alone. Patients can often complete their orthodontic journey in about six months to 18 months.- Increased Comfort: Many patients report that accelerated orthodontic treatments are as comfortable as traditional methods, with techniques that may result in less discomfort and fewer adjustments.
- Reduced Risk of Relapse: Regenerated bone forms around teeth in their corrected positions, providing superior stability and making teeth less likely to shift back.
- Addresses Complex Cases Effectively: Works for patients who didn’t respond well to previous orthodontic attempts or who were told they needed jaw surgery.
- Minimally Invasive Procedure: Piezoelectric instruments create precise bone modifications without damaging soft tissue, resulting in manageable discomfort and quick recovery.
- Works with Conventional Braces: You don’t need special orthodontic appliances—your orthodontist uses standard braces you’re already familiar with, including options like Fast Braces and Invisalign for aesthetic advantages.
- Ideal for Time-Sensitive Situations: Perfect when you have a wedding, graduation, job interview, or other important event on the horizon.
- Suitable for Teens and Adults: Any patient with fully erupted permanent teeth can benefit from this approach.
Dramatically Reduced Treatment Duration:Who Is a Good Candidate for Accelerated Orthodontics?
Not everyone is a suitable candidate for accelerated orthodontics, but many individuals can benefit from this innovative approach. Teens and adults who have mild to moderate orthodontic issues are often ideal candidates.
You’re a teen or adult with all permanent teeth fully erupted and no primary teeth remaining.- You need significant orthodontic correction, but can’t commit to two or three years in braces.
- Previous orthodontic treatment failed to achieve the desired results, or your teeth shifted back afterward.
- You have severe crowding, spacing issues, or bite problems that typically require extended treatment time.
- An orthodontist recommended jaw surgery, but you want to explore less invasive alternatives first.
- You’re preparing for a major life event and need your smile corrected on a specific timeline.
- You have generally healthy gums and bone with no active periodontal disease requiring treatment first.
You’re a teen or adult with all permanent teeth fully erupted and no primary teeth remaining.For patients with complex orthodontic needs or existing periodontal issues, a thorough evaluation is essential. Accelerated orthodontics may still be an option, but additional considerations regarding periodontal health must be addressed. Consulting with a qualified orthodontist can help determine the best approach for each individual case, ensuring that both orthodontic and periodontal health are prioritized.
The Accelerated Orthodontics Process With Dr. Rubino
1. Comprehensive Evaluation and Orthodontic Consultation
We conduct a thorough oral examination, including digital X-rays and 3D CT scanning, to evaluate your bone structure, tooth positions, and overall oral health. Your complete medical and dental history is reviewed to identify any factors that might affect treatment. We then consult directly with your orthodontist to develop an integrated treatment plan.
2. Treatment Planning and Coordination
Using your diagnostic data and imaging, we map exactly where bone grooves will be created to facilitate the specific tooth movements your orthodontist plans. We coordinate scheduling so your orthodontic appliance placement and our periodontal procedure happen in the optimal sequence. You’ll receive a detailed timeline showing when each phase occurs and what to expect.
3. Orthodontist Places Your Braces
Your orthodontist applies brackets and wires according to their standard protocol. Once your braces are in place and you’ve had a brief adjustment period, you’ll return to our office for the periodontal component. The timing of this appointment is strategically planned to maximize the accelerated movement phase.
4. Minimally Invasive Periodontal Procedure
Under local anesthesia, we use piezoelectric surgery instruments to create precise vertical grooves in the bone tissue surrounding teeth that need repositioning. These specialized instruments generate controlled micro-vibrations that modify bone without affecting soft tissue, making the procedure minimally invasive. The entire appointment typically takes 60 to 90 minutes, depending on how many teeth require treatment.
5. Bone Healing and Regeneration Phase
After the procedure, your bone enters a healing phase where it becomes temporarily softer and more malleable. Your body produces new bone cells that fill the grooves while adapting to the changing tooth positions. This regenerative process continues throughout your accelerated orthodontic treatment, ultimately creating strong, stable support in the corrected alignment.
6. Frequent Orthodontic Adjustments
You’ll visit your orthodontist every two to three weeks for wire changes and adjustments that guide teeth into their proper positions. These frequent appointments are necessary because your teeth move so rapidly during the accelerated phase. Your orthodontist monitors progress closely and makes continuous refinements.
7. Completion and Retention
Once your teeth reach their ideal positions—typically within seven months—your orthodontist removes your braces and fits you with retainers. You’ll wear retainers as directed to maintain results, though the regenerated bone significantly reduces relapse risk compared to traditional orthodontics.
Caring for Your Teeth During Accelerated Orthodontics
Excellent oral hygiene is critical during any orthodontic treatment, but especially important with accelerated timelines.
- Brush thoroughly after every meal using a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, spending extra time around brackets and wires.
- Use interdental brushes or floss threaders to clean between teeth and under wires daily.
- Rinse with antimicrobial mouthwash twice daily to reduce bacteria and keep gum tissue healthy during the healing phase.
- Stick to soft foods for the first week after the periodontal procedure, then gradually return to your normal diet while avoiding hard, sticky, or crunchy foods that could damage brackets.
- Take over-the-counter pain medication as recommended for the first few days after the bone modification procedure.
- Attend all scheduled appointments with both your periodontist and orthodontist.
- Report any unusual pain, swelling, or bracket damage immediately so issues can be addressed before they affect your timeline.
Brush thoroughly after every meal using a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, spending extra time around brackets and wires.Looking to complete your orthodontic treatment in record time without compromising results? Our team coordinates seamlessly with orthodontists throughout Manatee and Sarasota Counties. Schedule your accelerated orthodontics consultation at our Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, or Sun City Center location today.
Cost & Financing for Accelerated Orthodontics
The cost of accelerated orthodontics includes both the periodontal procedure and your orthodontic treatment with braces. Investment varies based on the complexity of your case and how many teeth require repositioning.
- The periodontal component typically ranges from $2,000 to $4,500, depending on the extent of bone modification needed
- Your orthodontist will provide separate pricing for braces and adjustments, which may be somewhat higher due to more frequent appointments
- Some dental insurance plans cover a portion of orthodontic treatment, though the periodontal procedure is often considered separate
- Many patients find the total investment comparable to or only slightly higher than traditional braces when you factor in shorter treatment duration
- We accept CareCredit and other healthcare financing options with payment plans from 12 to 24 months to make treatment affordable
- Our $79 New Patient Special includes a comprehensive examination and consultation to determine if you’re a candidate
Important Considerations for Accelerated Orthodontics
Accelerated orthodontics is a surgical procedure that requires healing time and coordination with another specialist. The periodontal component involves creating intentional modifications to your bone structure, so choosing an experienced, certified provider is essential. Not every orthodontic case requires acceleration—patients with minor spacing or alignment issues who aren’t time-constrained may be better served with traditional braces alone.
Possible Side Effects
- Mild to moderate discomfort for three to five days after the periodontal procedure, manageable with over-the-counter pain medication
- Temporary swelling in the treatment area that subsides within one week
- Increased tooth sensitivity during the rapid movement phase as teeth shift through the bone
- Small risk of infection if post-procedure care instructions aren’t followed carefully