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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Braintree, MA (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Smilistic Dental Care, ranked #1 of 11 by service score; 4.8★ from 273 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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11 Braintree clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 7 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Braintree at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Braintree at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Smilistic Dental Care624.8★ (273)
2Family Dentistry Of Braintree605.0★ (85)
3South Braintree Dental Associates595.0★ (90)
4Braintree Dental Group585.0★ (98)
5Legacy Dental/Earl R. Marrow, DMD574.7★ (23)
6Struzziero Philip A DDS574.5★ (2)
7Hersey Dental - Ronald Hersey, P DDS575.0★ (8)
8Quincy Shore Dental Care37—
9Hamidreza Fakhri8—
10Tayebaty Fardad T DDS8—

The 11 best cleaning dentists in Braintree, 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.

  8. #8 Quincy Shore Dental Care

    222 Forbes Rd Suite 1105, Braintree, MA 02184

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for teeth cleanings in Braintree on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Quincy Shore Dental CareFull profile(617) 479-6000
    In their words

    At Quincy Shore Dental Care, your smile is our top priority. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, quality dental care that you deserve. When you visit our office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family. Our goal is to assist each patient in achieving and maintaining long term dental health and a…

    From Quincy Shore Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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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 Braintree?

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

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

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

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 Braintree cleaning dentists

We scored 11 Braintree clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Braintree 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 Braintree: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Braintree?

Smilistic Dental Care ranks #1 of 11 Braintree clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.8★ from 273 Google reviews and Saturday hours. Family Dentistry Of Braintree ranks #2 (5.0★ from 85 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Braintree, MA?

A teeth cleaning in Braintree 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 Massachusetts. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Braintree teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 11 Braintree clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Smilistic Dental Care, Legacy Dental/Earl R. Marrow, DMD and Hersey Dental - Ronald Hersey, P DDS. 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 Braintree?

11 Braintree clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 7 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Braintree

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 26 clinics.

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