What does gum treatment involve?
- Examination and X-ray
- Scaling and deep cleaning (root planing)
- Home-care plan
- Help to quit tobacco
- Review visits
Signs of gum disease
- Gums bleed when brushing
- Red, swollen or tender gums
- Bad breath that doesn't go away
- Gums pulling back from teeth
- Loose or shifting teeth
Check-ups if you have diabetes
Tell the dentist that you have diabetes and bring a list of the medicines you take. Your dentist may suggest a check-up interval based on your gum health and decay risk. Keep taking your diabetes treatment as your doctor advises.
What does gum treatment cost?
| Treatment | Price (NPR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Scaling & polishing | NPR 2,000–4,000 | |
| Root planing (deep cleaning) | NPR 1,000 per tooth | |
| Gum disease treatment (full) | NPR 5,000 |
Prices last updated: 24 October 2026. Your exact cost is explained and agreed before treatment starts.
Frequently asked questions
Can treating my gums help my diabetes?
In a Cochrane review, gum treatment lowered HbA1c by about 0.43 percentage points at 3–4 months in people with diabetes, with moderate certainty (Cochrane review, 2022). Keep taking your diabetes treatment as your doctor advises.
Sugar patient dental care: what should I do?
Tell the dentist you have diabetes, keep up regular check-ups, and have bleeding or swollen gums checked.