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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in North Smithfield, RI (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Aspen Dental, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; evening hours.

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3 North Smithfield clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 3 cleaning dentists in North Smithfield at a glance

Top 3 cleaning dentists in North Smithfield at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Aspen Dental43
2Branch Village Dental Associates37
3Stepka Family Dental37

The 3 best cleaning dentists in North Smithfield, 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.

Scores below: based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 for cleaning in North Smithfield

    #1 Aspen Dental

    18 Dowling Village Blvd, North Smithfield, RI 02896, United States

    43/100

    Ranked #1 for teeth cleanings in North Smithfield: evening hours.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in North Smithfield,RI 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.
  2. #2 Branch Village Dental Associates

    501 Great Rd Suite 101, North Smithfield, RI 02896

    37/100

    Ranked #2 for teeth cleanings in North Smithfield on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Branch Village Dental Associates is the leading restorative dental practice in North Smithfield. Led by Dr. Kyle Malesra, Branch Village Dental utilizes the newest technologies and practices and is at the forefront of the ever changing dental world. Dr. Kyle Malesra and his team pride themselves on offering the highest level of quality care in a comfortable and calming environment. In order to ensure that every patient receives the best treatment possible. After 38 years of…

    From Branch Village Dental Associates's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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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 North Smithfield?

Typical ranges in USD for North Smithfield, RI. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 North Smithfield cleaning dentists

We scored 3 North Smithfield 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 North Smithfield 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 North Smithfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in North Smithfield?

Aspen Dental ranks #1 of 3 North Smithfield clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours. Branch Village Dental Associates ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in North Smithfield, RI?

A teeth cleaning in North Smithfield 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 Rhode Island. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is a teeth cleaning covered by insurance or Medicaid in Rhode Island?

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 North Smithfield?

3 North Smithfield 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 North Smithfield

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 3 clinics.