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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Johnston, IA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Allison Jon G DDS, ranked #1 of 12 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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12 Johnston clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Johnston at a glance

The 12 best cleaning dentists in Johnston, 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. #7 Johnston Dental

    5541 NW 86th St #100, Johnston, IA 50131

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for teeth cleanings in Johnston 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

  2. #8 The Dental Studio of Iowa

    5495 NW 100th St, Johnston, IA 50131

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for teeth cleanings in Johnston 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #9 Bednar Matthew P DDS

    6163 NW 86th St #104, Johnston, IA 50131, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for teeth cleanings in Johnston 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #10 Delta Dental of Iowa

    9000 Northpark Dr, Johnston, IA 50131, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for teeth cleanings in Johnston 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #11 Iowa Orthodontic Solutions

    6105 NW 86th St, Johnston, IA 50131, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for teeth cleanings in Johnston 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 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Drs. Dennis Langwith, Nathan Hull, and Eric Roush are your trusted and experienced orthodontists in Ankeny, Johnston, Waukee, Carroll, Stuart, and Des Moines, IA. Our highly qualified orthodontists and their team care about your health and happiness, and we want you to have a wonderful orthodontic experience. Iowa Orthodontic Solutions has been creating beautiful smiles in Des Moines and the surrounding area for more than 61 combined years. Mixing experience with advanced…

    From Iowa Orthodontic Solutions's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #12 Endodontics of Iowa

    8711 Northpark Ct, Johnston, IA 50131

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for teeth cleanings in Johnston 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–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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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 Johnston?

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

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

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

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 Johnston cleaning dentists

We scored 12 Johnston clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Johnston 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 Johnston: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Johnston?

Allison Jon G DDS ranks #1 of 12 Johnston clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Christianson Dena ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Johnston, IA?

A teeth cleaning in Johnston 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 Iowa. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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.

How many dentists offer teeth cleanings in Johnston?

12 Johnston clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Johnston

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 13 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.