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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Morganton, NC (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: J Iverson Riddle Developmental Center, ranked #1 of 28 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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28 Morganton 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 Morganton at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Morganton at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1J Iverson Riddle Developmental Center73Yes
2Dale M Griffith DDS PA67—
3Davis Olen B DDS67—
4Dr. Kimberly Gragg67—
5Dr. Nada Samra67—
6Dr. Niraj Patel67—
7Dr. Stephen R. Mchatton, DMD67—
8Dr. Steven Sudderth, DDS67—
9Herriott Antuan L DDS67—
10Katie Heald67—

The 28 best cleaning dentists in Morganton, 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 Morganton

    #1 J Iverson Riddle Developmental Center

    300 Enola Rd, Morganton, NC 28655, United States

    73/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at J Iverson Riddle Developmental CenterFull profile(828) 433-2731

  15. #15 Morganton Family Dentistry - Dr. Magnotta, DDS, PLLC

    801 W Fleming Dr, Morganton, NC 28655, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for teeth cleanings in Morganton: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 8 AM–11:45 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Morganton Family Dentistry - Dr. Magnotta, DDS, PLLCFull profile(828) 430-3264
    In their words

    At Morganton Family Dentistry, we make a lifetime of smiles, but our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ makes Smiles that last Forever! Morganton Family Dentistry is a family friendly office located near the Walmart/Belk center in Morganton, NC. Our office accepts and files all kind of insurances. We can take care of all your needs including routine exams, cleanings, xrays, extractions, fillings, root canals, bridges, Crowns, Implants, dentures and partials. We would love to help…

    From Morganton Family Dentistry - Dr. Magnotta, DDS, PLLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 Refine Dental

    341 E Parker Rd, Morganton, NC 28655, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for teeth cleanings in Morganton 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–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Refine DentalFull profile(828) 433-1223

  17. #17 Blue Ridge - Mountain Valley Health Clinic

    117 Foothills Dr, Morganton, NC 28655

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for teeth cleanings in Morganton 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–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Blue Ridge - Mountain Valley Health ClinicFull profile(828) 580-2700
    In their words

    Our Morganton Mountain Valley primary care office provides internal medicine for adults of all ages. Our health services include everything from pediatrics and routine physicals to lab work, diagnostic care, and internal medicine. Schedule an appointment today to meet with one of our doctors.

    From Blue Ridge - Mountain Valley Health Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Growing Smiles Morganton

    110 Juniper St, Morganton, NC 28655, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for teeth cleanings in Morganton 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 8:15 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:15 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Growing Smiles MorgantonFull profile(828) 391-8855

  19. #19 Good Samaritan Clinic

    500 E Parker Rd, Morganton, NC 28655

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for teeth cleanings in Morganton 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 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Good Samaritan ClinicFull profile(828) 212-4185
    In their words

    Good Samaritan Clinic is an interdenominational faith-based ministry providing medical care, dental care, mental health counseling, farm worker outreach, confidential HIV testing and counseling, ancillary services, and prescription medications to Burke County and neighboring residents who are without private insurance, government assistance, or the financial resources to afford such care. No one is ever refused services based on race, gender, religious beliefs, or sexual…

    From Good Samaritan Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Small & Piers Orthodontics

    110 Juniper St Suite 300, Morganton, NC 28655

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for teeth cleanings in Morganton 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 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Small & Piers OrthodonticsFull profile(828) 433-1242
    In their words

    Our practice has a long history of providing the highest quality of orthodontic care in Hickory and Morganton, North Carolina. We believe a smile is something that can open doors in the lives of our patients—to better opportunities, higher self-confidence, and even to the hearts of others—and our goal is to treat every patient like one of the family. We’re unique because we bring the perspectives of two orthodontists to every treatment plan. Between Dr. Small’s decades of…

    From Small & Piers Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Foothills Dental - Morganton, NC

    918 Burkemont Ave, Morganton, NC 28655, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for teeth cleanings in Morganton 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Foothills Dental - Morganton, NCFull profile(828) 430-8334
    In their words

    We are pleased to offer preventive, pediatric, and emergency dental services for you and your family. In addition, we provide cosmetic dentistry services, dental implant restorations, and sleep apnea solutions. Dr. Mary Huffman is proud to provide her patients with modern, high-tech facilities so our patients can receive the best dental care available. You will enjoy our team of professionals & their commitment to providing compassionate, consistent care.

    From Foothills Dental - Morganton, NC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 A Caring Alternative

    617 S Green St #300, Morganton, NC 28655, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for teeth cleanings in Morganton 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

    Book appointment at A Caring AlternativeFull profile(828) 437-3000

  25. #25 Burke County Health Department

    700 E Parker Rd, Morganton, NC 28655

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth cleanings in Morganton 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

    Book appointment at Burke County Health DepartmentFull profile(828) 764-9150

All 28 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #28, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Dr. Gary Hensley & Associates33
27Brown & Neuwirth Oral and Cosmetic Surgery Center33
28Southern Family Cosmetic & Children's Dentistry33

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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 Morganton?

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

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Morganton?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Routine adult cleaning$75–$200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Cleaning with exam and x-rays$170–$340DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant$170–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—

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

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 Morganton cleaning dentists

We scored 28 Morganton 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 Morganton 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 Morganton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Morganton?

J Iverson Riddle Developmental Center ranks #1 of 28 Morganton clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Dale M Griffith DDS PA ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Morganton, NC?

A teeth cleaning in Morganton typically costs $77–$204 USD. By type: routine adult cleaning $75–$200; cleaning with exam and x-rays $170–$340; deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant $170–$390. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is a teeth cleaning covered by insurance or Medicaid in North Carolina?

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 Morganton teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 28 Morganton clinics offering teeth cleanings lists Saturday hours, including J Iverson Riddle Developmental Center. 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 Morganton?

28 Morganton 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 Morganton

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 30 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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