Why is Gum Disease Treatment so expensive?

Treating periodontitis can be expensive for several reasons, primarily because it's a complex, chronic disease that requires intensive, and often, long-term care. It's not a once-and-done solution like a simple filling.

Severity of the Condition

Early Stages (Gingivitis): This is the least expensive to treat, often only requiring a general dental clean.

Moderate Periodontitis: This requires a more intensive procedure called scaling and root planing (a deep clean). This involves multiple appointments, local anaesthetic, and specialised tools to remove plaque and tartar from below the gum. It requires more hand skills and time to perform. Hence the costly fee compared to the general dental clean.

Advanced Periodontitis: This is where the costs escalate significantly. Once the disease has caused significant bone and tooth loss, surgical intervention is often necessary.

Gum Disease is an ongoing disease. It is a chronic condition that can't be "cured" but rather must be managed, similar to Diabetes, High blood pressure etc. Hence, it is important to prevent its onset.

Tripitaka Dental, Cabramatta Focus on Preventing Gum Disease

The most cost-effective approach is to prevent the disease by attending regular dental check-ups and clean. At Tripitaka Dental, Cabramatta we encourage and help our patients prevent gum disease with many oral hygiene tools. Speak to Dr Theresa Lam for the best way to maintain your oral health.