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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Pearl City, HI (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Cindy S. Kubota, D.M.D., ranked #1 of 35 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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35 Pearl City 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 2 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Pearl City at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Pearl City at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)Same-day
1Cindy S. Kubota, D.M.D.73——
2Dr. Dayton Q. Lum, DDS73——
3Lau Brian K W DDS73——
4Pediatric Dentistry Associates: Fujimoto Lynn DDS.675.0★ (5)Yes
5Diamond Head Dental Care67——
6Azama Robert K DDS67——
7Beautiful Smiles67——
8Chinn Clarence Y DDS67——
9Dr. Alison M. Buccat, DMD67——
10Dr. Leon Johnson67——

The 35 best cleaning dentists in Pearl 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.

  1. #5 Diamond Head Dental Care

    1160 Kuala St Suite 200, Pearl City, HI 96782

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for teeth cleanings in Pearl City: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Looking to find a dentist in Pearl City? When looking for a Pearl City dentist, we hope that you will consider scheduling an appointment with us. Dr. David Matto and our staff at Diamond Head Dental Care are dedicated to patients, creating an atmosphere where everyone can feel comfortable, relaxed, and at home. We understand that you have several local dentists to choose from, and our goal is to provide the best patient experience in the greater Pearl City area. We accept…

    From Diamond Head Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #18 Jon Ozaki, DDS

    98-1256 Ka'ahumanu Street, STE 303, Pearl City, HI 96782

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for teeth cleanings in Pearl City: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #19 Aiea Pearl City Dental Care

    98-1256 Kaʻahumanu St Suite E303, Pearl City, HI 96782, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for teeth cleanings in Pearl City: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #20 Dr. Marc K. Nakamura, DDS

    98-1256 Kaʻahumanu St #303, Pearl City, HI 96782

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for teeth cleanings in Pearl City: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #21 KidShine Pediatric Dental Group

    850 Kamehameha Hwy Suite 215, Pearl City, HI 96782

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for teeth cleanings in Pearl City: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 7 AM–1:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    The Kidshine team is committed to providing quality dental care for kids in a safe, friendly and comfortable environment. We've been voted Honolulu s Best Dentist every year since 2014, have won multiple 1st place awards in Honolulu Star Advertisers Best Dentist awards, and have a 5 star rating on Yelp and Google. Our Board Certified Pediatric Dentists accept all insurances and medicaid. Parents are also welcome to stay with their children throughout the appointment. Our…

    From KidShine Pediatric Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #22 Oahu Dental Care

    850 Kamehameha Hwy Ste. 155, Pearl City, HI 96782, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for teeth cleanings in Pearl City: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Oahu Dental Care is a full-service dental practice based in Hawaii that is equipped with all the necessities to care for your dental needs. Leading services include routine cleanings, fillings and whitening, but also expand to procedures such as root canal therapy, extractions, cosmetic dentistry and much more. Most importantly, Oahu Dental Care is dedicated to delivering gentle care and nurturing valuable patient relationships.

    From Oahu Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #24 Dentistry for Kids

    98-1254 Kaʻahumanu St Ste 158, Pearl City, HI 96782

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for teeth cleanings in Pearl City: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Truly exceptional pediatric dentistry is about more than great dental care; it’s about relationships that last a lifetime. At the office of Dentistry For Kids, building connections is always a priority. Welcoming children of all ages, this Pearl City, HI, pediatric dentistry practice offers attentive dental care that will grow with your family. They’re proud to offer comprehensive, industry-leading dental care to Oahu residents, all backed by years of pediatric dentistry…

    From Dentistry for Kids's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #25 Oahu Pediatric Dentistry

    850 Kamehameha Hwy Suite 260, Pearl City, HI 96782, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth cleanings in Pearl City: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Oahu Pediatric Dentistry welcomes you to our family and new state-of-the-art facility in Pearl City. To serve our community with clinical excellence and customer service, Oahu Pediatric Dentistry believes that our happy, fun, positive team based culture provides the best opportunity to build friendships, teach, and guide your children to bright healthy smile. Our team is ready to welcome you to be a part of our dental Ohana. We look forward to our future and opportunity to…

    From Oahu Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 35 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, 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 Pearl City?

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

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Pearl City?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Routine adult cleaning$110–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii—
Cleaning with exam and x-rays$250–$500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii—
Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant$250–$580DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii—

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

We scored 35 Pearl City clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 Pearl 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 Pearl City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Pearl City?

Cindy S. Kubota, D.M.D. ranks #1 of 35 Pearl City clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Dayton Q. Lum, DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Pearl City, HI?

A teeth cleaning in Pearl City typically costs $113–$300 USD. By type: routine adult cleaning $110–$300; cleaning with exam and x-rays $250–$500; deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant $250–$580. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Pearl City teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

14 of 35 Pearl City clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Pediatric Dentistry Associates: Fujimoto Lynn DDS., Diamond Head Dental Care and Hanada Glenn S 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 Pearl City?

35 Pearl City clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 14 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Pearl City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 37 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.