Why UK patients choose gum treatment in Turkey
Gum treatment in Turkey is the often-overlooked foundation of any successful smile makeover. Bleeding gums, recession, pockets and bone loss all undermine veneers, crowns and implants — which is why we treat periodontal health first whenever it's needed. Our hygienists and periodontally-trained dentists offer non-surgical deep cleaning (root planing), surgical pocket reduction and gum contouring under one roof.
This page covers what gum disease actually is, the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis, the treatment options available, when to combine gum care with cosmetic work, and how Turkey pricing compares to UK fees. Effective gum care also matters for keeping your teeth long-term — periodontitis is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.
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Gum treatment options compared
Periodontal therapy options at a glance
Hygiene clean (gingivitis)
- Treats
- Plaque & superficial tartar
- Anaesthetic
- No
- Visit time
- 45–60 min
- Recovery
- Same day
- Indicative price (per session)
- From £80
Deep cleaning / root planing
- Treats
- Pockets up to ~5mm
- Anaesthetic
- Local
- Visit time
- 60–90 min per quadrant
- Recovery
- 1–3 days
- Indicative price (per session)
- From £120
Surgical pocket reduction
- Treats
- Pockets >5mm with bone loss
- Anaesthetic
- Local
- Visit time
- 60–120 min per area
- Recovery
- 5–7 days
- Indicative price (per session)
- From £200
Gum contouring
- Treats
- Cosmetic gum line
- Anaesthetic
- Local
- Visit time
- 30–60 min
- Recovery
- 3–5 days
- Indicative price (per session)
- From £150
| Feature | Hygiene clean (gingivitis) | Deep cleaning / root planing | Surgical pocket reduction | Gum contouring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treats | Plaque & superficial tartar | Pockets up to ~5mm | Pockets >5mm with bone loss | Cosmetic gum line |
| Anaesthetic | No | Local | Local | Local |
| Visit time | 45–60 min | 60–90 min per quadrant | 60–120 min per area | 30–60 min |
| Recovery | Same day | 1–3 days | 5–7 days | 3–5 days |
| Indicative price (per session) | From £80 | From £120 | From £200 | From £150 |
Your gum treatment treatment journey
- 1
Free remote consultation
Before you travelSend recent photos and any X-rays via WhatsApp. We confirm scope of treatment and send a draft plan and indicative pricing within 24 hours.
- 2
Periodontal assessment
Day 1Full mouth probing, plaque/bleeding indices, X-rays as needed, photographs. Treatment plan signed and any antibiotic adjuncts agreed.
- 3
Hygiene & deep cleaning
Day 1–3Non-surgical scaling and root planing under local anaesthetic, broken down by quadrant for comfort. Polish and oral-hygiene coaching.
- 4
Surgical periodontal therapy (where indicated)
Day 3–4Pocket reduction, regenerative grafts in localised defects, suturing, written post-op instructions.
- 5
Re-assessment & maintenance plan
Day 4–5Pocket re-measurement, maintenance interval agreed (typically 3-monthly initially), photographic record updated.
- 6
Departure
Day 5Written aftercare, ongoing WhatsApp support, recommended UK maintenance hygienist visits at the agreed interval.
Are you a candidate for gum treatment?
This treatment typically suits you if you…
- Have bleeding gums when brushing or flossing.
- Have bad breath that doesn't resolve with hygiene products.
- Have pockets, recession, mobile teeth or visible bone loss on previous X-rays.
- Are about to start cosmetic dentistry, implants or orthodontics and want a healthy foundation first.
It may not be the right first step if you…
- – Are looking only for cosmetic results without addressing underlying disease.
- – Smoke heavily and aren't willing to discuss reduction (smoking dramatically reduces periodontal treatment success).
- – Have a serious uncontrolled medical condition without specialist clearance.
- – Want a single visit fix — periodontal disease is a chronic condition requiring ongoing maintenance.
Gum Treatment in Turkey cost & what's included
- Full periodontal assessment with charting and indices.
- X-rays as clinically indicated.
- Scaling, root planing and polishing across all quadrants.
- Surgical periodontal therapy or gum contouring quoted separately if needed.
- Hotel accommodation in Didim and Bodrum Milas Airport transfers.
- Aftercare guidance, written maintenance plan and ongoing WhatsApp support.
Safety, qualifications & materials
GDC-trained dentists
Members of our clinical team have international training and qualifications recognised by the General Dental Council (GDC) in the UK and equivalent Turkish regulatory bodies.
CQC-aligned protocols
Sterilisation, infection control and patient-record practices follow CQC-equivalent standards: single-use instruments where required, autoclaved hand-pieces, traceable batch logs.
Brand-name materials
We use established brands across implants, ceramics and bonding agents. Materials are sourced through licensed suppliers with traceable batch records.
Modern clinical setup
Digital intra-oral scanning, 3D imaging and CAD/CAM milling allow precise diagnostics and accurate restorations finished in-house.