Gum Disease Treatment Cost Guide

What Affects the Price?

• Severity: gingivitis (prophylaxis only) vs. mild/moderate/severe periodontitis
• Scaling and root planing: typically $200–$400 per quadrant (mouth divided into 4)
• Periodontal surgery: $500–$1,000+ per quadrant if needed
• Bone grafting or tissue regeneration: $600–$3,000 per area
• Maintenance appointments every 3 months after active treatment

What Does Insurance Cover?

Coverage for periodontal treatment depends heavily on plan type. Scaling and root planing is usually covered at 70–80% under basic or major restorative benefits. Surgical periodontal treatment is typically covered at 50%. Some plans limit the number of quadrants covered per year. Maintenance cleanings after gum disease treatment are usually covered at the preventive benefit rate.

How to Reduce Your Costs

• Catching gum disease early (gingivitis stage) means it can be reversed with a standard cleaning — the cheapest outcome
• Request staged treatment if cash flow is an issue — some practices treat two quadrants per appointment to spread costs
• Periodontal maintenance every 3 months prevents costly re-treatment
• University periodontics programs offer significant discounts for complex cases