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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Elizabethtown, KY (2026)

48 clinics offering teeth cleanings, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Radcliff Family Dental, ranked #1 of 48 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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48 Elizabethtown clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Elizabethtown at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Elizabethtown at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Radcliff Family Dental73
2Ruby Dental & Braces73
3Doctors PLLC67
4Dr. Ashley King-Tinsley67
5Dr. Derek Durbin67
6Dr. Gary D. Hinton, DMD67
7Dr. Henry Bunch67
8Dr. James Gabhart67
9Dr. Kathlyn Thompson67
10Dr. L. Douglas Knight67

The 48 best cleaning dentists in Elizabethtown, 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.

  2. #2 Ruby Dental & Braces

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for teeth cleanings in Elizabethtown on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Ruby Dental & BracesFull profile
    In their words

    Ruby Dental serves the local Elizabethtown, KY community with a friendly and professional dental team to make dental visits simple and stress-free for patients of all ages.We accept most types of insurance and offer convenient payment options. Ask about our Resolution Dental Plan, which can save your family over $1,000 per year in dental needs!

    From Ruby Dental & Braces's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Aspen Dental

    2030 N Dixie Hwy, Elizabethtown, KY 42701, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth cleanings in Elizabethtown: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(270) 763-0200
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Elizabethtown,KY offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 48 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #48, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Modern Kids Dentistry37
27United Smile Centres37
28Elizabethtown Dentistry for Children37
29The Community Health Clinic37
30Bunch Family Dental37
31Mulberry Street Family Dentists: Cochran Todd T DMD, FAGD37
32Smith Family & Cosmetic Dentistry37
33Clagett Periodontics & Implant Dentistry37
34Hardin County Dental Associates37
35Carnes Family Dental37
36Richard L Miller Oral Health37
37Hammer and Van Zant Family Dentistry37
38Heartland Family Dentistry: Irwin Toni Lynn DDS37
39Pediatric Dentistry of Elizabethtown37
40Elizabethtown Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery37
41Susan M King DMD & Associates PSC37
42DuPlessis Orthodontics37
43Affordable Dentures & Implants33
44The Oral & Facial Surgery Center of Kentucky33
45Proctor Sarah DDS33
46Mortenson Family Dental33
47Mortenson Family Dental33
48Hardin County Dental Associates: Brown Jeffery R DDS33

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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 Elizabethtown?

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

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Elizabethtown?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Routine adult cleaning$75–$200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky—
Cleaning with exam and x-rays$170–$330DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky—
Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant$170–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky—

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

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 Elizabethtown cleaning dentists

We scored 48 Elizabethtown clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 duplicate listings). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. 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 Elizabethtown data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
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 Elizabethtown: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Elizabethtown?

Radcliff Family Dental ranks #1 of 48 Elizabethtown clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Ruby Dental & Braces ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Elizabethtown, KY?

A teeth cleaning in Elizabethtown typically costs $75–$200 USD. By type: routine adult cleaning $75–$200; cleaning with exam and x-rays $170–$330; deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant $170–$390. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Elizabethtown teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 48 Elizabethtown clinics offering teeth cleanings lists Saturday hours, including Comfort Hold Dentures. 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 Elizabethtown?

48 Elizabethtown clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Elizabethtown

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 49 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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