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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in New Haven, CT (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Yale-New Haven Hospital Dental Services, ranked #1 of 59 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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59 New Haven clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 14 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in New Haven at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in New Haven at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Yale-New Haven Hospital Dental Services73Yes
2Balgowlah Dental clinic73—
3Connecticut Dental Associates73—
4Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center of 400 Columbus Ave New Haven, CT73—
5Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center of 410 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT73—
6Downtown New Haven Dental- Dr. Dioguardi73—
7Dr. Donovan N Fitzloff DDS73—
8Elm Family Dental73—
9Emergency Dentist73—
10New Haven Dental: Same Day Crowns | Implant Dentistry | Invisalign | General Dentistry73—

The 59 best cleaning dentists in New Haven, 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 New Haven

    #1 Yale-New Haven Hospital Dental Services

    789 Howard Ave, New Haven, CT 06519

    73/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for teeth cleanings in New Haven: 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 Yale-New Haven Hospital Dental ServicesFull profile(203) 688-2464

  4. #4 Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center of 400 Columbus Ave New Haven, CT

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for teeth cleanings in New Haven 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 Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center of 400 Columbus Ave New Haven, CTFull profile
    In their words

    The Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center is proud to be a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). A PCMH is a system of care that creates a strong partnership between you and your personalized care team. Your team will be led by your primary care provider and may include nurses, health educators, specialists or any other medical personnel who can help you achieve your health and wellness goals. As partners committed to you and your wellness, we'll work with you and your family to…

    From Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center of 400 Columbus Ave New Haven, CT's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center of 410 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for teeth cleanings in New Haven 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 Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center of 410 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CTFull profile
    In their words

    We are currently offering COVID-19 vaccines by appointment or walk-in. The Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center of West Haven, CT is proud to be a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). A PCMH is a system of care that creates a strong partnership between you and your personalized care team. Your team will be led by your primary care provider and may include nurses, health educators, specialists or any other medical personnel who can help you achieve your health and wellness…

    From Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center of 410 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  10. #10 New Haven Dental: Same Day Crowns | Implant Dentistry | Invisalign | General Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for teeth cleanings in New Haven 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 New Haven Dental: Same Day Crowns | Implant Dentistry | Invisalign | General DentistryFull profile

All 59 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #59, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Periodontal Health Center67
27Soundental Associates67
28Yale New Haven Adult Dental Services Saint Raphael67
29Pinkert David M DDS583.8★ (6)
30Horizon Dental Group57Evenings · Sat
31Westville Family Dental57Evenings · Sat
32Doctor Malinconico Office57Evenings · Sat
33Amity Family Dental57Evenings · Sat
34Dr. Dental53Evenings · Sat
35Fair Haven Community Health Care53Evenings · Sat
36Dr. Kara Gormley, DMD505.0★ (5)
37DentalStar47Sat
38Sutton Dental and Braces47Sat
39Smart Dental LLC47Sat
40East Rock Dental, LLC47Evenings
41Chapel Street Dental47Sat
42Columbia Dental43Sat
43Lamberti David J DDS43Sat
44Dr. Marc Lerman, DMD43Evenings
45Fair Haven Community Health Care43Evenings
46Friends and Family Dental Care43Evenings
47Dr. Dental43Evenings
48New Haven Dental Group37
49New Haven Prosthodontics, P.C.37
50Comprehensive Dental Health37
51Grand Dental Ct37
52Anthony Dioguardi, DMD, Diplomate ABDSM37
53Quigley Family & Esthetic Dentistry37
54Dr. Philip C. Harrington, DMD37
55Fair Haven Family Dentistry37
56Albania Dental37
57The Children's Dental Group37
58Periodontics, P.C.33
59Yale-New Haven Hospital's Pediatric Dental Center33

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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 New Haven?

Typical ranges in USD for New Haven, CT. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in New Haven?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Routine adult cleaning$100–$260DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut—
Cleaning with exam and x-rays$210–$430DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut—
Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant$210–$500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut—

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

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 New Haven cleaning dentists

We scored 59 New Haven clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 5 were excluded (5 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 New Haven 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 New Haven: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in New Haven?

Yale-New Haven Hospital Dental Services ranks #1 of 59 New Haven clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Balgowlah Dental clinic ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in New Haven, CT?

A teeth cleaning in New Haven typically costs $98–$260 USD. By type: routine adult cleaning $100–$260; cleaning with exam and x-rays $210–$430; deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant $210–$500. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 New Haven teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

14 of 59 New Haven clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Yale-New Haven Hospital Dental Services, James Street Dentistry and Horizon 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 New Haven?

59 New Haven clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 14 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for New Haven

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 68 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.

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