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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Elkridge, MD (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Practice Ally, ranked #1 of 30 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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30 Elkridge clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 2 offer same-day or emergency visits and 5 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Elkridge at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Elkridge at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Practice Ally77Yes
2Advanced Dental Care Of Baltimore73—
3Columbia Advanced Dental Studio73—
4Dr. Omoteniola D. Awofolu73—
5Preferred Dental73—
6Baltimore Dental Group67—
7Dr. Arian Hamidi67—
8Landsdowne Dental PA67—
9Neeru Singh67—
10Sullivan Dental67—

The 30 best cleaning dentists in Elkridge, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 for cleaning in Elkridge

    #1 Practice Ally

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for teeth cleanings in Elkridge: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Practice AllyFull profile(301) 241-7455
    In their words

    Practice Ally provides dental billing services to dental offices across the United States, helping dental practices to reduce overhead costs by entrusting in our billing specialist to take over their billing needs! Unlike other outsourced billing companies, Practice Ally is genuinely focused on building and maintaining working professional relationships, working as an extension of your office rather than a separate billing entity.

    From Practice Ally's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  13. #13 Dr. Ludmila Tchakarova, DDS

    6801 Douglas Legum Dr C, Elkridge, MD 21075

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for teeth cleanings in Elkridge: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Ludmila Tchakarova, DDSFull profile(410) 381-8283

  20. #20 Pearl Smiles Dental; Dr. Liya Goitom

    6020 Meadowridge Center Dr Ste A Suite A, Elkridge, MD 21075, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for teeth cleanings in Elkridge: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–3 PM · Thu 7 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pearl Smiles Dental; Dr. Liya GoitomFull profile(410) 799-1793
    In their words

    General and cosmetic family dentist. We specialize in cosmetic dental veneers, invisalign, dental Implants, bridges, root canal, crowns, cleanings, straight teeth, deliver beautiful smiles & dental emergencies. We are in network with most PPO dental plans.

    From Pearl Smiles Dental; Dr. Liya Goitom's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Chartwell Dental Group

    8180 Lark Brown Rd # 202, Elkridge, MD 21075, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for teeth cleanings in Elkridge 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Chartwell Dental GroupFull profile(410) 705-4254

  23. #23 Richardson Center For Oral & Facial Surgery

    6865 Deerpath Rd #302, Elkridge, MD 21075

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for teeth cleanings in Elkridge 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–Thu 7:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Richardson Center For Oral & Facial SurgeryFull profile(410) 796-3333

  24. #24 Linda Jones-Laper, DDS

    6865 Deerpath Rd #100, Elkridge, MD 21075, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for teeth cleanings in Elkridge 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–3:30 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Linda Jones-Laper, DDSFull profile(410) 796-8555

  25. #25 Family Dental Wellness Center

    6020 Meadowridge Center Dr Suite V, Elkridge, MD 21075, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth cleanings in Elkridge 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–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Family Dental Wellness CenterFull profile(410) 782-3124

All 30 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Family Medical Wellness Center37
27Mint Dental Care37
28Elkridge Family Dentistry37
29Emilio E. Rivera DDS33
30Columbia 100 Dental33

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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 Elkridge?

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

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Elkridge?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Routine adult cleaning$90–$240DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Cleaning with exam and x-rays$200–$400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant$200–$460DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—

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

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 Elkridge cleaning dentists

We scored 30 Elkridge clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 24 were excluded (24 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 Elkridge 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 Elkridge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Elkridge?

Practice Ally ranks #1 of 30 Elkridge clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Advanced Dental Care Of Baltimore ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Elkridge, MD?

A teeth cleaning in Elkridge typically costs $90–$240 USD. By type: routine adult cleaning $90–$240; cleaning with exam and x-rays $200–$400; deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant $200–$460. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Elkridge teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

5 of 30 Elkridge clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Practice Ally, Doris Collaborative Family Practice, LLC and Dr. Ludmila Tchakarova, 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 Elkridge?

30 Elkridge clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 5 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Elkridge

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 33 clinics.
  2. : 24 duplicate listings merged.

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