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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Kingsport, TN (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Mike Lamb DDS, ranked #1 of 45 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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45 Kingsport clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Kingsport at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Kingsport at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Mike Lamb DDS77Yes
2Emergency Dental Hotline73—
3James A. Stakias, DDS73—
4Meadowview Family Dentistry73—
5Bradley Diminick67—
6Dr. Brian Himelwright67—
7Dr. David Mather67—
8Dr. Jacob Bateman67—
9Dr. James Cheng67—
10Dr. Jeffrey Mercer67—

The 45 best cleaning dentists in Kingsport, 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 Kingsport

    #1 Mike Lamb DDS

    909 N Wilcox Dr Ste A 37660, Kingsport, TN 37660

    77/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #22 Center For Family & Implant Dentistry

    252 Westfield Dr, Kingsport, TN 37664

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for teeth cleanings in Kingsport 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Center For Family & Implant Dentistry, your dentist in Kingsport, we’ve established a reputation of excellence by consistently providing outstanding state-of-the-art dental care to patients of all ages. With a professional team that is recognized for their expert skills, as well as their attentive and compassionate demeanors, many patients choose our office to serve all of their family’s dental needs. Led by Dr. MacConnell, our team believes that high-quality care should…

    From Center For Family & Implant Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #23 Guest Dentistry: Guest Cheston B DMD, Guest Meaghan E DMD

    2975 Fort Henry Dr, Kingsport, TN 37664

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for teeth cleanings in Kingsport 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 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #24 HMG Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    105 W Stone Dr Suite 1A, Kingsport, TN 37660

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for teeth cleanings in Kingsport 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #25 Martin Dentistry Kingsport

    1599 Fort Henry Dr Suite #102, Kingsport, TN 37664

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth cleanings in Kingsport 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–5 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 Kingsport?

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

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Kingsport?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Routine adult cleaning$75–$200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Cleaning with exam and x-rays$160–$320DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant$160–$380DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—

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

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 Kingsport cleaning dentists

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

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Kingsport?

Mike Lamb DDS ranks #1 of 45 Kingsport clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Emergency Dental Hotline ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Kingsport, TN?

A teeth cleaning in Kingsport typically costs $74–$196 USD. By type: routine adult cleaning $75–$200; cleaning with exam and x-rays $160–$320; deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant $160–$380. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Kingsport teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 45 Kingsport clinics offering teeth cleanings lists Saturday hours, including Mike Lamb 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 Kingsport?

45 Kingsport 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 Kingsport

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 48 clinics.