Does It Cost More to Have a Periodontist Treat My Periodontal Disease?
In most cases no. While most general dentists provide basic periodontal treatment, few cover the whole spectrum of available treatment choices. When treatment options overlap, you may be surprised that Periodontists may actually charge the same or less for the exact same procedure. This is due in large part to the reduced time required by a specialist, who does the same procedures everyday. Advanced procedures like gum grafts, bone grafts and implants are likewise more cost effectively treated, especially when the alternative is an extracted tooth; replacements are almost always more expensive! As with any service, getting more than one estimate is always a wise decision.
