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RootLine is a **free matching service** that helps people across the US understand next steps for gum concerns and connect with licensed periodontists. We share general educational information and help you compare options, but we do not diagnose, examine, or provide treatment.

How to reach RootLine

If you want help finding a gum specialist, the easiest next step is to use get matched. RootLine is designed for people who may feel unsure where to start, including new immigrants and people who are more comfortable in a language other than English.

When you contact us, we can help you understand how the matching process works, what a periodontist does, and what kinds of gum-related services are commonly offered. We can also help you prepare to speak with a licensed provider.

Our service is free to you. You can compare your options and decide who to contact. You choose whether to book with any provider, and you confirm the plan and price directly with that provider before any treatment.

What RootLine can help with

We can help with general, non-diagnostic support such as:

  • Explaining what a periodontist is and why people see one for gum disease, gum recession, bone loss, or dental implants. You can also read what is a periodontist.
  • Sharing general educational information about common gum care services, such as gum disease treatment and deep cleaning.
  • Helping you understand typical cost ranges for common services. For example, deep cleaning often ranges from about $150-$400 per quadrant, gum grafts often range from about $600-$1,200 per site, periodontal surgery often ranges from about $1,000-$3,000 per area, bone grafts often range from about $300-$1,200, routine periodontal maintenance often ranges from about $115-$300 per visit, and dental implants often range from about $3,000-$6,000 per tooth all-in over time. These are estimates only, not quotes. The real price depends on the diagnosis, the number of teeth or areas treated, the provider, insurance, and your area.
  • Helping you understand what questions to ask when you speak with a specialist, such as treatment options, timing, follow-up visits, and expected fees.
  • Offering support in a clear, simple way for people who may not be fluent in English.

All information from RootLine is general and educational. It is not medical or dental advice, not a diagnosis, and not a substitute for an in-person exam by a licensed dentist or periodontist.

What RootLine cannot do

It is important to be clear about our role.

RootLine is not a dental office, dentist, doctor, or periodontist. We do not examine your mouth, read X-rays, diagnose gum disease, recommend a treatment plan, prescribe medicine, or provide care.

We also do not:

  • tell you which treatment you need
  • confirm whether you have gum disease or how severe it is
  • promise a result, cure, healing time, or success rate
  • give emergency care
  • provide insurance approval or exact treatment quotes

Only a licensed periodontist or dentist, after an in-person exam, can diagnose your condition and tell you what treatment may be appropriate.

If you have severe pain, facial swelling, fever, or trouble breathing or swallowing, seek urgent dental or medical care right away.

What the contact form asks for

To protect your privacy, RootLine only asks for contact details and general request details needed to help with matching.

That usually means basic information such as:

  1. your name
  2. your phone number or email
  3. your city or ZIP code
  4. your preferred language
  5. a general request, such as wanting help finding a periodontist for gum concerns

We do not ask for a medical or dental history, medication list, sensitive records, or detailed health conditions through the matching form.

If you are ready, you can start here: get matched.

What to do after you contact us

Many people feel better when they know the next few steps. A simple way to use RootLine is:

  1. Send your contact and request details.
  2. Review your matched options when available.
  3. Compare providers based on location, availability, language support, and practical fit.
  4. Contact the provider you choose and ask about the exam process, fees, and scheduling.
  5. Confirm the plan and price directly with the provider before agreeing to treatment.

If you want help preparing, write down a few simple questions before your visit. For example: What did the exam show? What are my options? How many visits might be needed? What are the estimated costs? You can also review questions to ask a periodontist.

If you are trying to learn about insurance, coverage depends on your plan and the service. The provider and your insurer can give the most accurate answer for your situation.

Common questions

Is RootLine a dental clinic or periodontist office?
No. RootLine is a free matching service, not a dental or medical provider. We do not diagnose, examine, or treat. We provide general educational information and help you connect with licensed periodontists.
Can you tell me if I have gum disease or what treatment I need?
No. We cannot diagnose gum disease, review your case, or tell you which treatment you need. Only a licensed dentist or periodontist can do that after an in-person exam. If you want to learn about common stages, [stages of gum disease](/guides/stages-of-gum-disease/) offers general educational information.
How much will treatment cost?
We can share typical ranges, but not exact quotes. Real costs depend on the diagnosis, the number of teeth or areas treated, the provider, insurance, and the area. For a general overview, see [costs](/costs/) and confirm all pricing directly with the provider before treatment.
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Free for you. We share your request with licensed periodontists near you; you compare and choose. We never ask for a medical history.

We collect contact and request details only — never a medical or dental history, account numbers, or sensitive records.

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Get matched with a licensed periodontist — free

Tell us what's going on with your gums and your area. We connect you, at no cost, with licensed periodontists near you. You compare and choose who to see. We never collect medical histories.