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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Harbor City, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Lighthouse Dental Office, ranked #1 of 9 by service score; evening hours and Saturday hours.

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9 Harbor City 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 2 of them.

Top 9 cleaning dentists in Harbor City at a glance

Top 9 cleaning dentists in Harbor City at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Lighthouse Dental Office57—
2PCH Normandie Dental Center555.0★ (2)
3Harbor Dental Associates47—
4AmeriplanUsa441.0★ (1)
5Flossy Dental37—
6Rolling Hills Family Dental37—
7Dr. Lenny N. Dayrit, DDS33—
8Amber Gilbert15—
9Careington Dental7—

The 9 best cleaning dentists in Harbor City, 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 Harbor City

    #1 Lighthouse Dental Office

    1306 Sepulveda Blvd, Harbor City, CA 90710

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for teeth cleanings in Harbor City: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lighthouse Dental OfficeFull profile(424) 378-3358

  6. #6 Rolling Hills Family Dental

    26640 S Western Ave i, Harbor City, CA 90710

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for teeth cleanings in Harbor City 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 closed · Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Rolling Hills Family DentalFull profile(310) 325-8111

  7. #7 Dr. Lenny N. Dayrit, DDS

    26640 S Western Ave M, Harbor City, CA 90710, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for teeth cleanings in Harbor City 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 10 AM–6 PM · Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Lenny N. Dayrit, DDSFull profile(310) 325-8111

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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 Harbor City?

Typical ranges in USD for Harbor City, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Harbor City?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Routine adult cleaning$110–$280DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Cleaning with exam and x-rays$230–$460DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant$230–$540DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

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

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 Harbor City cleaning dentists

We scored 9 Harbor City clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 Harbor City 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 Harbor City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Harbor City?

Lighthouse Dental Office ranks #1 of 9 Harbor City clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours and Saturday hours. PCH Normandie Dental Center ranks #2 (5.0★ from 2 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Harbor City, CA?

A teeth cleaning in Harbor City typically costs $105–$280 USD. By type: routine adult cleaning $110–$280; cleaning with exam and x-rays $230–$460; deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant $230–$540. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Harbor City teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 9 Harbor City clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Lighthouse Dental Office, PCH Normandie Dental Center and Harbor Dental Associates. 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 Harbor City?

9 Harbor City clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Harbor City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 11 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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