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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Owatonna, MN (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Bronson Schelling DDS, ranked #1 of 29 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Owatonna at a glance

The 29 best cleaning dentists in Owatonna, 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. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for teeth cleanings in Owatonna 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

    In their words

    Welcome! Since 1988, Dresser Family Dentistry has been working with patients to provide the best comprehensive dental care for patients in the Owatonna area. Dr. Richard Dresser's 33 years experience in dentistry is coupled with genuine concern for their patients. All our staff is dedicated to your comfort and prompt attention as well. Our goal is to keep your teeth healthy and your smile bright by providing services like fillings, root canals, crowns, sealants, bridges,…

    From Dresser Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for teeth cleanings in Owatonna 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

    In their words

    Let’s Smile, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization based in Steele County since 2013. Let’s Smile, Inc.’s services align with the Minnesota Child and Teen Checkup standards. Let’s Smile, Inc.’s purpose is to change lives by improving access to oral health care, increasing oral health literacy, and raising awareness about the importance of oral health’s impact on overall health, especially to those most vulnerable.

    From Let's Smile, Inc.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #16 Southeastern Mn Oral Mxllfcl: Merrill Jill N DDS

    605 Hillcrest Ave # 130, Owatonna, MN 55060

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for teeth cleanings in Owatonna 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

  4. #18 Free Clinic of Steele County

    134 Southview St, Owatonna, MN 55060

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for teeth cleanings in Owatonna: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 1 PM–8 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Sun 1 PM–8 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #19 Mayo Clinic Health System - Owatonna Southview Building

    134 Southview St, Owatonna, MN 55060, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for teeth cleanings in Owatonna: 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

    In their words

    Call your primary care provider or the Mayo Clinic COVID-19 Nurse Line (507-293-9525) to be screened for a COVID-19 test. If you have life-threatening COVID-19 symptoms, such as trouble breathing, chest pain or pressure, confusion, or blue lips and/or face, call 911 or visit the closest emergency room.

    From Mayo Clinic Health System - Owatonna Southview Building's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #20 Mayo Clinic Health System

    2200 NW 26th St, Owatonna, MN 55060

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for teeth cleanings in Owatonna: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–12 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As a leader in community healthcare, Mayo Clinic Health System in Owatonna is the best choice for patients seeking care for everyday and specialty needs. Our approach to personalized care and our variety of digital care options, brings the knowledge and expertise of Mayo Clinic to Owatonna and surrounding areas to ensure our patients receive world-class health care close to home. Patients have access to a full spectrum of care options, with medical and surgical services and…

    From Mayo Clinic Health System's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #21 Dr. Jeffrey Huxford

    315 SE 18th St, Owatonna, MN 55060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for teeth cleanings in Owatonna 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–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #22 Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    155 28th St NE, Owatonna, MN 55060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for teeth cleanings in Owatonna 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–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #23 Prairie Ridge Orthodontics

    475 26th St NE, Owatonna, MN 55060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for teeth cleanings in Owatonna 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #24 Smith Dental Care, P.A.

    209 E Main St Unit #B, Owatonna, MN 55060, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for teeth cleanings in Owatonna 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–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–2 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Smith is a highly skilled General Dentist with a strong background in all incorporated disciplines of study; taking special clinical interests in cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, and implant restoration cases. He is dedicated to providing high quality, complete cosmetic and restorative care. Dr. Smith ensures individualized attention, while possessing the ability to empathize with patients of all ages and demographics. He is committed to educating patients to understand…

    From Smith Dental Care, P.A.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  11. #25 Kent W Frette, DDS

    605 Hillcrest Ave #210, Owatonna, MN 55060, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth cleanings in Owatonna 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–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

All 29 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #29, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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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 Owatonna?

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

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

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

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 Owatonna cleaning dentists

We scored 29 Owatonna 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 Owatonna 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 Owatonna: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Owatonna?

Bronson Schelling DDS ranks #1 of 29 Owatonna clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Dresser Family Dentistry ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Owatonna, MN?

A teeth cleaning in Owatonna 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 Minnesota. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Owatonna teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 29 Owatonna clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Free Clinic of Steele County, Mayo Clinic Health System - Owatonna Southview Building and Mayo Clinic Health System. 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 Owatonna?

29 Owatonna clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Owatonna

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 33 clinics.