National median for gum surgery is $1,721. View Australia's real-world price spread and find local clinics.
Australia-wide median
$1,721
Based on 97 real patient reports, the national typical out-of-pocket gap is $1,721.
Patient-reported median, not a quote. How we calculate this →
All prices include GST unless stated.
Full Market Range
$1,475 - $6,000
Middle 50% Range
$1,575 - $1,725
Patient Reports
97 reports
Current Signal
19 Oct 2026
30 patients contributed recently
With a larger set of reports, the median is the most stable baseline. It strips out highly subsidised public patients and premium outliers so you can budget from the middle of the market.
Reviewed dataset
Every data point is crowdsourced anonymously from Australian patients. We publish the median, the sample size, and whether the figure reflects a city-level cost summary or a modelled estimate so you can judge how much weight to place on each figure.
Price Distribution
Lowest reported
$1,475
Middle 50%
$1,575, $1,725
Highest reported
$6,000
Based on 97 patient reports. This procedure is not covered by Medicare. The full cost sits with you out of pocket.
Estimated Baseline
Medicare may apply if medically indicated. Coverage varies by clinical circumstances.
Estimated Typical OOP
$1,377
CostDoc National Median
$1,721
Australia-Wide Benchmark
Estimated baseline
Estimated breakdown based on typical Australian specialist billing patterns. For actual Medicare rebates, visit the Medical Costs Finder at health.gov.au.
Estimated Fee Breakdown
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Your out-of-pocket | $1,377 | 53% |
Your out-of-pocket
$1,377
All prices include GST unless stated.
City-by-City Breakdown
Based on 97 patient reports nationwide, the median out-of-pocket in Australia is $1,721, ranging from $1,475 to $6,000.
No, Medicare doesn't cover a gum surgery. You'd need private health extras cover to get a rebate. The Child Dental Benefits Schedule may cover children up to $1,095 over two years.
Expect 2-3 days off work, soft foods for 1-2 weeks. You can usually eat and drink within a few hours.
Risks are minimal for a routine dental procedure. You might have temporary sensitivity, minor discomfort, or numbness from the local anaesthetic. Complications are rare with an experienced dentist.
Any registered dentist can do this, but experience matters for complex cases. Ask about their chosen technique and materials. CostDoc shows what others have paid at different practices.
This page reflects reports updated as recently as 19 Oct 2026.