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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Anchorage, AK (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Alyeska Dental Center, ranked #1 of 95 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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95 Anchorage clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 6 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 18 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Anchorage at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Anchorage at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Alyeska Dental Center67—
2Anchorage Dental Center: Gagliano Lauren DDS67—
3Chugach Square Dental Clinic67—
4Dr. Kyle Triggs67—
5Heatherstone Dental Center67—
6Southcentral Foundation Dental Clinic67—
7UAA Dental Clinic67—
8The Libby Group635.0★ (666)
9Clear Dental624.7★ (24)
10Aurora Children's Dentistry614.9★ (260)

The 95 best cleaning dentists in Anchorage, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  16. #16 South Anchorage Dental Center

    9170 Jewel Lake Rd, Anchorage, AK 99502, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for teeth cleanings in Anchorage: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at South Anchorage Dental CenterFull profile(907) 248-7275
    In their words

    We're honored to have served Alaskan families for over 20 years. Although Dr. leadership has changed (the office was acquired by Dr. Broc Brimhall in 2009) one thing has remained a constant - we continue to live by our motto "Come as a patient, leave as family." We understand that when you come in as a new patient family, you're entrusting us with the health and safety of your loved ones. With such great responsibility in our hands,we always work to deliver the highest level…

    From South Anchorage Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 95 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #95, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Clear Smiles Alaska504.6★ (7)
27Dr. Pauli's Practice: Richard S. Pauli, DDS.472.5★ (2)
28Alaska Dental Care47Sat
29bty DENTAL47Evenings
30bty DENTAL - Abbott47Evenings
31Peak Health Dentistry at Gentle Care47Evenings
32Family Dentist Anchorage47Evenings
33Zephyrine Dental Care37Evenings · Sat · Sun
34Delaney Park Dental37
35Anchorage Dental Group37
36Alaska Dental Arts37
37Anchor Dental37
38Anchorage Midtown Dental Center37
39Apex Dental37
40Kids Dental Tree | Unmatched Quality & Pediatric Dental Care in Anchorage37
41Mint Dental37
42Murphy Family Dental37
43SCF Children's Dental Clinic37
44Advanced Family Dental Care37
45Anchorage Dental Associates37
46bty DENTAL - Old Seward37
4749th State Family Dentistry LLC37
48Affordable Dental Care37
49Mckinley Dental37
50Alaska Advanced Dentistry37
51Fresh Dental Care37
52Health Centered Dentistry37
53Polar Bear Dental Care37
54Fireweed Family Dentistry37
55All About Smiles Dental Shawn Lee DMD37
56Turnagain Dental37
57Hawkinson Family Dental of Anchorage37
58Northstar Dental37
59Mandanas Dental37
60Alaska Dental Associates33
61Boniface Dental Center33
62Fireweed Building Dental33
63Four Corners Dental Group: Anchorage33
64Glacier Dental33
65Fort Richardson Army Dental Clinic33
66Century Dental Center33
67Anchorage Dental Arts, LLC33
68Chugach Dental33
69Denali Family Dental Center33
70Frontier Dental Care33
71Alaska Dental Society33
72Certified Service15
73Dental Careers Foundation15
74Dr. Jonathan Mcneil15
75Dr. Lynsey D. Lindstrom, DDS15
76Dr. Navid Newport, DDS15
77Dr. Nicholas Feldman15
78Dr. Robert E. Mcalpine, DMD15
79Dr. Scott G. Bergh, DDS15
80Dr. Stephen Maloney15
81Dr. William D. Theobald, DDS15
82Gregg Sue15
83Kevin Parks15
84Mark Laurin DDS15
85Members15
86Murphy Sherry15
87Northern Lights Dental Care15
88Orbis Dental LLC15
89Sipes Mary15
90Straube John L DDS15
91Todorovich Ryan R DDS15
92Cavaness G. Frank DDS7
93Dr. Evelyn Haley, DMD7
94Dr Maurice "Jamie" Welch DDS4
95Julie A. Veerman, DDS, LLC4

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What is a teeth cleaning?

A professional teeth cleaning removes plaque and hardened tartar that brushing and flossing miss. A routine cleaning works above the gumline. A deep cleaning, called scaling and root planing, treats gum disease below the gumline.

Teeth cleaning: specialist or general dentist?

Dental hygienists and general dentists do routine cleanings. A periodontist (gum specialist) may be recommended when gum disease is advanced or keeps coming back after deep cleanings.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Anchorage?

Typical ranges in USD for Anchorage, AK. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Anchorage?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Routine adult cleaning$100–$270DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alaska—
Cleaning with exam and x-rays$220–$450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alaska—
Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant$220–$520DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alaska—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full teeth cleaning cost guide for Anchorage

What to expect from a teeth cleaning

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

A teeth cleaning: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 visit for a routine cleaning; deep cleanings are often split over 2 visits
Chair timeAbout 30–60 minutes routine; 1–2 hours for a deep cleaning
RecoveryNone for a routine cleaning; gums can feel tender for a few days after a deep cleaning
When to see a specialistWhen gum pockets are deep, bone loss shows on x-rays, or gum disease persists after treatment

How we ranked Anchorage cleaning dentists

We scored 95 Anchorage clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 5 were excluded (5 duplicate listings). Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Anchorage data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Teeth cleanings in Anchorage: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Anchorage?

Alyeska Dental Center ranks #1 of 95 Anchorage clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Anchorage Dental Center: Gagliano Lauren DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Anchorage, AK?

A teeth cleaning in Anchorage typically costs $101–$270 USD. By type: routine adult cleaning $100–$270; cleaning with exam and x-rays $220–$450; deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant $220–$520. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alaska. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is a teeth cleaning covered by insurance or Medicaid in Alaska?

Most dental insurance plans cover routine cleanings, usually twice a year. Deep cleanings are often covered at a lower rate as basic care. Medicaid covers cleanings for children; adult coverage varies by state.

Does a teeth cleaning hurt?

A routine cleaning is usually not painful. Most patients feel pressure and scraping, and sensitive spots can twinge. A deep cleaning is typically done with local anesthetic, so the treated area is numb. Gums may feel tender for a few days afterward.

Which Anchorage teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

6 of 95 Anchorage clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Howell Kyle E Dr.., South Anchorage Dental Center and Dentures Alaska. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer teeth cleanings in Anchorage?

95 Anchorage clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 6 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 18 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Anchorage

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 131 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.

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