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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Imperial Beach, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Imperial Beach Pet Hospital, ranked #1 of 10 by service score; evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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10 Imperial Beach clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 4 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Imperial Beach at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Imperial Beach at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Imperial Beach Pet Hospital67—
2Chris Patton67—
3Dr. Manimanjari Mallempalli67—
4Imperial Beach Cosmetic and Family Dentistry53—
5Imperial Beach Dental Group53—
6Arnel R Mariano DDS503.0★ (17)
7Dr. Steven Y. Luo, DDS37—
8Best Choice Denture Implants and Repair33—
9Contreras Luis a DDS33—
10Grossmont Family Dental Center15—

The 10 best cleaning dentists in Imperial Beach, 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 Imperial Beach

    #1 Imperial Beach Pet Hospital

    538 12th St, Imperial Beach, CA 91932

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for teeth cleanings in Imperial Beach: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 1 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–12 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Imperial Beach Pet HospitalFull profile(619) 424-3961

  4. #4 Imperial Beach Cosmetic and Family Dentistry

    1340 Imperial Beach Blvd # 201, Imperial Beach, CA 91932

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for teeth cleanings in Imperial Beach: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Imperial Beach Cosmetic and Family DentistryFull profile(619) 429-6600

  5. #5 Imperial Beach Dental Group

    1340 Imperial Beach Blvd # 201, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for teeth cleanings in Imperial Beach: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Imperial Beach Dental GroupFull profile(619) 429-6600

  7. #7 Dr. Steven Y. Luo, DDS

    629 9th St, Imperial Beach, CA 91932

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for teeth cleanings in Imperial Beach 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Steven Y. Luo, DDSFull profile(619) 424-5115

  8. #8 Best Choice Denture Implants and Repair

    700 CA-75, Imperial Beach, CA 91932

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for teeth cleanings in Imperial Beach 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–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Best Choice Denture Implants and RepairFull profile(619) 648-8253

  9. #9 Contreras Luis a DDS

    1340 Imperial Beach Blvd UNIT 101, Imperial Beach, CA 91932

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for teeth cleanings in Imperial Beach 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–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Contreras Luis a DDSFull profile(619) 575-6644

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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 Imperial Beach?

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

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Imperial Beach?
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 Imperial Beach

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 Imperial Beach cleaning dentists

We scored 10 Imperial Beach 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 Imperial Beach 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 Imperial Beach: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Imperial Beach?

Imperial Beach Pet Hospital ranks #1 of 10 Imperial Beach clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours. Chris Patton ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Imperial Beach, CA?

A teeth cleaning in Imperial Beach 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 Imperial Beach teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 10 Imperial Beach clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Imperial Beach Pet Hospital, Imperial Beach Cosmetic and Family Dentistry and Imperial Beach Dental Group. 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 Imperial Beach?

10 Imperial Beach clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Imperial Beach

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 12 clinics.

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