Treatment planning starts before the flight
For international patients, procedure choice is tied to airport timing, first-day logistics, and how predictable the clinic sequence feels.
Treatment Detail
Periodontal Treatment
Periodontal treatment focuses on the gums and supporting tissues around your teeth. When bleeding, tartar buildup, deep pockets, or chronic inflammation are present, gum therapy often has to happen before implants, veneers, or other elective restorative work can be planned responsibly.
Diagnosis before treatment pressureTransparent planning logicInternational patient coordination
Gum Health
Dr. Mustafa Erdem
General Dentist - 40 Years Experience
Gum treatment often becomes the foundation layer that makes later implants, crowns, or cosmetic work safer and more stable.
Doctor-led
Case planning
Implants
Core focus
Structured
Treatment flow
15+ years
Team experience
Travel-Aware Decision
Patients evaluate this treatment inside a full Istanbul plan
Treatment fit, appointment count, recovery pacing, and the practical feel of the trip usually get compared together rather than as separate decisions.
The city still shapes the decision
People compare how manageable the broader stay feels, not just whether the treatment itself sounds right on paper.
Recovery rhythm matters too
Longer or staged treatments are easier to commit to when patients can picture the quieter hours between appointments.
Am I a Candidate?
- Bleeding gums, bad breath, or visible tartar buildup
- Deep cleaning history with persistent gum inflammation
- Loose-feeling teeth or periodontal pocket concerns
- Need to stabilise gum health before implants or smile design
How Long Does It Take?
- 1.Periodontal exam and pocket assessment
- 2.Scaling and non-surgical cleaning plan
- 3.Curettage or flap surgery when deeper access is necessary
- 4.Maintenance scheduling and hygiene review
Recovery and Pain Expectations
Gums may feel tender for several days depending on the depth of treatment. Consistent hygiene and maintenance visits are essential for long-term stability.
Frequently Asked Questions for Patients
We prepared these questions around the decision points patients most often ask before booking this treatment, travelling to Istanbul, or comparing alternatives.
What is the difference between scaling and curettage?
Scaling focuses on removing plaque and calculus, while curettage and deeper periodontal treatment target infected tissue and deposits below the gumline.
When is flap surgery recommended?
Flap surgery is considered when deep pockets, root access, or persistent periodontal infection cannot be managed adequately with non-surgical treatment alone.
Can gum disease delay implants or cosmetic treatment?
Yes. Healthy gums are a prerequisite for long-term implant stability and predictable cosmetic work, so periodontal treatment often comes first.
Price Intent Links
Related Price Guides
If you are comparing this treatment clinically and financially, these row-level guides explain what each listed price usually covers.
Periodontics
Scaling and Calculus Removal
Reference price guide currently listed at €100.
€100Open guide
Periodontics
Curettage, Single Arch
Reference price guide currently listed at €620.
€620Open guide
Periodontics
Subgingival Curettage, Single Tooth
Reference price guide currently listed at €70.
€70Open guide
Periodontics
Flap Surgery, Including Subgingival Curettage, Single Tooth
Reference price guide currently listed at €90.
€90Open guide
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