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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Pontiac, MI (2026)

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

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Jonathan Miodownik, DMD, ranked #1 of 25 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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

The 25 best cleaning dentists in Pontiac, 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. 67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for teeth cleanings in Pontiac 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

  2. #13 Honor Community Health Joslyn Smile Center

    816 Joslyn Ave, Pontiac, MI 48340

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for teeth cleanings in Pontiac: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10:30 AM–7 PM · Tue–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #15 Trinity Health Henderson Academic Dental Care - Oakland Hospital

    44405 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48341, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for teeth cleanings in Pontiac 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #16 Royal Chiropractic and Dental Center

    530 W Huron St, Pontiac, MI 48341

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for teeth cleanings in Pontiac 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–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Royal Chiropractic and Dental Clinic. At our unique practice, we house both a dental and chiropractic office. Whether you are in need of dental or chiropractic care, our philosophy is the same as we tend to the needs of our patients in the Pontiac area and its surrounding environments. Exemplary patient care, outstanding results, compassion and integrity are the cornerstones of our practice.

    From Royal Chiropractic and Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #17 Honor Community Health Family Medicine Center

    461 W Huron St # 107, Pontiac, MI 48341

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for teeth cleanings in Pontiac 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Primarily serving the needs of families in Oakland County, Family Medicine Center offers primary care and behavioral health services in Pontiac, Michigan. We take all types of health insurance and accept all patients, regardless of income or ability to pay.

    From Honor Community Health Family Medicine Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #18 Gary Burnstein Community Health Clinic

    45580 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48341

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for teeth cleanings in Pontiac 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–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    The Gary Burnstein Community Health Clinic is a self funded 501(c)3 non-profit foundation. The clinic is funded by grants from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Michigan Department of Public Health and donations received from our fundraising events including the Esteemed Women of Michigan Event.

    From Gary Burnstein Community Health Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #19 Dental Arts Company: Jeff Martin, DDS

    91 N Saginaw St, Pontiac, MI 48342

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for teeth cleanings in Pontiac 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 10 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #20 Chang James w DDS

    1472 Baldwin Ave, Pontiac, MI 48340

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for teeth cleanings in Pontiac 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #21 Dr. Tiffany J. Karkanen, DDS

    1018 Joslyn Ave, Pontiac, MI 48340

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for teeth cleanings in Pontiac 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–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #22 The Wellness Plan Medical Centers - Pontiac Medical Center

    46156 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for teeth cleanings in Pontiac 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–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  11. #23 Great Expressions Dental Centers - Pontiac

    667 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd N, Pontiac, MI 48342, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for teeth cleanings in Pontiac 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 8 AM–5:30 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Great Expressions Dental Centers provides access to affordable dental care delivering both quality and convenience. Our patients rely on us to improve their oral health and we deliver it, one smile at a time.Great Expressions Dental Centers’ doctors and team members strive to help you be your own kind of great every day. We come to work to serve you, and protect that special thing you use to greet the world: your smile. Choosing a neighborhood dental office is an important…

    From Great Expressions Dental Centers - Pontiac's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  12. #24 Star Dental

    775 Baldwin Ave # C, Pontiac, MI 48340, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for teeth cleanings in Pontiac 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 10 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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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 Pontiac?

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

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

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

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 Pontiac cleaning dentists

We scored 25 Pontiac 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). 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 Pontiac 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 Pontiac: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Pontiac?

Jonathan Miodownik, DMD ranks #1 of 25 Pontiac clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Dental Arts Co ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Pontiac, MI?

A teeth cleaning in Pontiac 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 Michigan. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Pontiac teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 25 Pontiac clinics offering teeth cleanings lists Saturday hours, including Destiny Dental - Pontiac. 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 Pontiac?

25 Pontiac clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Pontiac

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 26 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.