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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Ocean City, NJ (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Panico Dental, ranked #1 of 11 by service score; 5.0★ from 200 Google reviews.

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11 Ocean City clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Ocean City at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Ocean City at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Panico Dental635.0★ (200)
2Woolery Family Dentistry594.4★ (7)
3Panico Richard DMD585.0★ (2)
4Ocean City Dental544.4★ (29)
5North End Dental Associates534.2★ (13)
6Berger Donald DDS15—
7Cape Children's Dentistry15—
8Jersey Shore Dental Associates15—
9Kataria S R DDS15—
10Porreca Joseph a DDS15—

The 11 best cleaning dentists in Ocean City, 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.

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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 Ocean City?

Typical ranges in USD for Ocean City, NJ. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Ocean City cleaning dentists

We scored 11 Ocean City clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Ocean City 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 Ocean City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Ocean City?

Panico Dental ranks #1 of 11 Ocean City clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 200 Google reviews. Woolery Family Dentistry ranks #2 (4.4★ from 7 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Ocean City, NJ?

A teeth cleaning in Ocean City 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 New Jersey. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is a teeth cleaning covered by insurance or Medicaid in New Jersey?

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 Ocean City teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 11 Ocean City clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Woolery Family Dentistry and Panico Richard DMD. 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 Ocean City?

11 Ocean City clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Ocean City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 11 clinics.