Gum disease treatment costs may be as little as $500, or as much as $10,000, depending on the severity of the disease.
The cost for a regular dental prophylaxis averages between $30 and $75, while the average cost for periodontal scaling and root planing is between $140 and $210. Periodontal maintenance costs after undergoing active therapy average $115. Active periodontal therapy — which usually consists of a locally administered antimicrobial agent delivered into the gum pockets — costs an average of $75 per tooth.
The cost depends on several factors. For example, additional routine tooth cleaning or scaling and root planing procedures at the gingivitis stage may be required in order to help prevent the onset of disease. This will further affect the cost of your treatment.
Other factors affecting costs include:
- The technology used in the procedure.
- The location of your dentist.
- The type of dental insurance you have.
- The type of treatment plan required.
Your dentist may perform the initial diagnosis and some treatment, but may refer you to a periodontist with three additional years of gingival training who may be adept at performing more advanced treatment methods.