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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Lancaster, PA (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Dental General Practice Residency Program, ranked #1 of 52 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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52 Lancaster clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 8 open Saturdays and 11 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Lancaster at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Lancaster at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dental General Practice Residency Program73
2Esianor-Mitchual Ethel A. DDS73
3Smilebuilderz73
4Aspen Dental67
5Aspen Dental: Hamati Isam DDS67
6Children's Dental Health of Lancaster67
7Craig A. Stafford DMD, PC67
8David L. Kline, Crna67
9DentalDime Electric Toothbrush67
10Dr. Christian A. Silvaggio, DMD67

The 52 best cleaning dentists in Lancaster, 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 Lancaster

    #1 Dental General Practice Residency Program

    60 W Walnut St, Lancaster, PA 17603, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for teeth cleanings in Lancaster on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental General Practice Residency ProgramFull profile(717) 544-2096

  4. #4 Aspen Dental

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for teeth cleanings in Lancaster on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Lancaster,PA offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Children's Dental Health of Lancaster

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for teeth cleanings in Lancaster on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Children's Dental Health of LancasterFull profile
    In their words

    Our team at Children’s Dental Health of Lancaster is excited to serve the community of Lancaster County and the surrounding areas of Ephrata, Manheim, Millersville, Lititz, Elizabethtown, Hempfield, Columbia, Willow Street, Lampeter, and Strasburg. Our pediatric dentists are specifically trained to treat children and help them practice healthy habits at a young age. Our team is committed to providing quality pediatric dental care for children from their toddler years on…

    From Children's Dental Health of Lancaster's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Urgent Dental

    233 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for teeth cleanings in Lancaster: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Urgent DentalFull profile(412) 214-9252
    In their words

    Thank you for thinking of us as your dental care office. We'll be providing you with extremely professional care. We offer services such as emergency care, pediatric and family dental care and denture repair services as well as general dentistry. Please call ahead to make a date for an appointment as we don't accept walk-ins. Call anytime because we answer our phones twenty-four hours a day.

    From Urgent Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Lancaster County Dental

    1882 Rohrerstown Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for teeth cleanings in Lancaster: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lancaster County DentalFull profile(717) 569-0454
    In their words

    LANCO Dental Care is a dental practice that has served East Petersburg and Lancaster, PA for over 40 years and has a well-established patient base within the community. The office provides general, family, pediatric, cosmetic, and restorative dental services. Though the team offers comprehensive care, their top services include adult dental cleanings, composite fillings, same-day crowns with PlanMill technology, and dental implant restorations, among other cosmetic dentistry…

    From Lancaster County Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Skiadas Anthony P Dr

    1685 Crown Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for teeth cleanings in Lancaster: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue–Thu 7 AM–8 PM · Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Skiadas Anthony P DrFull profile(717) 481-7645

  25. #25 Smile Care Group

    1337 Elm Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth cleanings in Lancaster: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smile Care GroupFull profile(717) 393-7515

All 52 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #52, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Centerville Family Dental534.3★ (59)
27Jeanette Eichenlaub D.D.S.505.0★ (6)
28Union Community Care47Evenings
29Smile Arc Orthodontics47Sat
30Cooper John A Jr DMD47Sat
31Matthew D. Freedman, DMD & Associates47Evenings
32PO Dentistry - Jennifer Po, DMD Lydia Baird, DMD47Evenings
33Meredith L. Stabley DMD Family Dentistry47Evenings
34Water Street Health Services47Evenings
35Dental Health Associates43Evenings
36Conestoga Oral & Maxillofacial: Henrichson Daniel P DDS43Sat
37Crognale Collins & Crognale Family Dentistry43Evenings
38Jay A. Rizzo, DMD37
39FPE Dental37
40The Family Dentist37
41Crooked Oak Dental Associates37
42Family Dentistry of Lancaster37
43Krafting Smile37
44LanCo Family Dental37
45Lancaster Cleft Palate Clinic37
46Smiles By Stevens37
47Red Rose Family Dental37
48Dr. Anil Shah - Lancaster Dental Arts- Dentist in Lancaster37
49Dr. Sixto Garduno Cogollor, Lancaster Dental Arts PC General Dentist Philadelphia - Dentist 1760337
50Elite Dental37
51Dental Associates of Lancaster33
52Scott A Creisher DDS33

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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 Lancaster?

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

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

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

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 Lancaster cleaning dentists

We scored 52 Lancaster clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Lancaster?

Dental General Practice Residency Program ranks #1 of 52 Lancaster clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Esianor-Mitchual Ethel A. DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Lancaster, PA?

A teeth cleaning in Lancaster 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 Pennsylvania. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Lancaster teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 52 Lancaster clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Urgent Dental, Lancaster County Dental and Skiadas Anthony P Dr. 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 Lancaster?

52 Lancaster clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lancaster

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 61 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.

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