Medically reviewed by Gordana Čižmek, dr. dent. med., spec. · Last updated: July 2026
Do your gums often bleed when you brush your teeth? Do your teeth feel slightly loose, are your gums receding, or does the stinging when you eat and drink keep getting worse? These can be signs of periodontal disease, better known as periodontitis. It is a chronic, usually painless condition that quietly destroys the tissue supporting your teeth and cannot be reversed without a dentist’s help. Left untreated, it leads to loose teeth, tooth loss and has been linked to serious general health problems. Acting early protects both your health and your budget. Wondering what the price of periodontal disease treatment is? You will find the answers below.
Quick takeaways
- A specialist periodontal examination at OrthoDental costs €120.00.
- Scaling and root planing is €150.00 per quadrant (€30.00 for a single tooth).
- Laser therapy of the periodontal tissues is €230.00 per session.
- Flap surgery costs €360.00 per sextant or €260.00 for a single tooth.
- Total treatment typically ranges from €300 to €1,500, depending on severity.
Price of the periodontal examination and pocket measurement
The first step in treating periodontitis is a thorough periodontal examination. It includes measuring the depth of the periodontal pockets, which shows how far the disease has progressed. The measurements are taken with a special probe and are usually painless. A specialist periodontal examination costs €120.00, and it is normally included in the wider diagnostics and the planning of further treatment.
Scaling and root planing
When the periodontal pockets become too deep for a toothbrush to reach, a professional procedure – scaling and root planing – is needed. The dentist carefully removes plaque and bacteria from the surface of the tooth roots, which stops further inflammation and lets the tissue heal.
At OrthoDental this procedure costs €150.00 per quadrant, while treating a smaller area costs €30.00 for scaling and root planing of a single root or tooth.
Several visits are usually needed to treat the whole mouth. The procedure is generally not painful, and for sensitive patients it is carried out under local anaesthesia. It is an essential step: once the bacteria are removed, the tissue can begin to regenerate. The gum reattaches to the tooth, inflammation settles, breath improves and the disease slows down.
Laser therapy of periodontal tissues
Do you feel anxious about dental procedures and instruments? Especially in advanced periodontitis, laser therapy is an excellent choice, because it removes bacteria from the periodontal pockets precisely, painlessly and very effectively. The laser reduces inflammation, encourages tissue regeneration and shortens healing time.
At OrthoDental, laser therapy of the periodontal tissues (disinfection) – a session of about 30 minutes – costs €230.00.
The advantage of the laser is that it is precise, does not damage healthy tissue, does not hurt and allows faster healing.
| Stage | Signs | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Gingivitis | Red, bleeding gums | Better hygiene & cleaning |
| Early periodontitis | Gum pockets form | Professional treatment |
| Advanced | Bone loss | Specialist care |
Flap surgery
In the most severe cases, when the periodontal pockets are too deep to clean any other way, a surgical solution – flap surgery – is required. The surgeon lifts the gum, cleans the roots and the inflamed tissue, and then sutures the gum back in place.
The price of flap surgery at OrthoDental depends on the extent of the procedure: treating a whole sextant costs €360.00, while surgery on a single tooth costs €260.00.
So how much does periodontal disease treatment cost?
The total cost depends on the severity of the disease, the number of teeth affected, the therapies chosen and how you respond to treatment. In practice, the total price usually ranges between €300 and €1,500, and can be higher if the treatment is more extensive.
Remember that this is a long-term investment in your health: treating periodontitis in good time prevents more serious consequences, including tooth loss.
Periodontal disease treatment price list
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Specialist periodontal examination | €120.00 |
| Scaling and root planing (per quadrant) | €150.00 |
| Scaling / root planing of an individual tooth | €30.00 |
| Laser therapy of periodontal tissues | €230.00 |
| Flap surgery – sextant | €360.00 |
| Flap surgery – individual tooth | €260.00 |
| Total treatment cost | €300.00–1,500.00 |
Why choose OrthoDental?
At OrthoDental you always receive personal attention, and we can offer you every type of periodontal disease treatment, including laser therapy. Everything is clear and predictable – our prices included.
If you notice bleeding gums, bad breath or loose teeth, or you simply want advice on preventive care, now is the right time to see a specialist. Periodontitis does not heal on its own, but it can be successfully stopped.
Frequently asked questions
How much does periodontal disease treatment cost?
The price depends on the extent of the disease and the procedures chosen. Scaling and root planing costs €150 per quadrant (€30 per individual tooth), laser treatment costs €230, and flap surgery of a single area costs between €260 and €360. The total cost usually ranges between €300 and €1,500.
Is periodontitis treatment painful?
Most procedures are carried out under local anaesthesia and are painless. Steps such as root scaling can feel slightly uncomfortable, but they do not hurt. Laser gum treatment is completely painless, which makes it suitable even for sensitive patients.
How long does periodontal disease treatment take?
It depends on the severity of the disease. Basic treatment can take a few weeks (2–4 visits), while advanced periodontitis that also needs flap surgery is treated in stages and can take several months. Maintaining the results with regular check-ups is an important part of the treatment.
Is laser gum treatment effective?
Yes. In the treatment of periodontal disease, laser therapy destroys bacteria, reduces pocket depth, promotes healing and is painless. It can support conventional scaling or be used on its own in the earlier stages of periodontitis.
How do I know if I have periodontal disease?
The most common signs are bleeding gums, bad breath, receding gums, loose teeth, teeth that appear longer, or pain when biting. If you notice any of these, book an examination at OrthoDental as soon as possible – early treatment is more successful and less expensive.
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Gordana Čižmek
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