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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Portsmouth, VA (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, ranked #1 of 50 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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50 Portsmouth clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 4 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Portsmouth at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Portsmouth at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Naval Medical Center Portsmouth77Yes
2Ahmad Ameera Y DDS67—
3Brafford Walter D DDS67—
4Cahoon Roger H DDS67—
5Children's Dental World67—
6Culbreath Jeffrey DDS67—
7David O'donnell67—
8Dr. Michael J. Ashe, DDS67—
9Frederick T Birsch Ltd67—
10Landis John DDS67—

The 50 best cleaning dentists in Portsmouth, 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. Ranked #1 for cleaning in Portsmouth

    #1 Naval Medical Center Portsmouth

    620 John Paul Jones Cir, Portsmouth, VA 23708

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for teeth cleanings in Portsmouth: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Naval Medical Center PortsmouthFull profile(757) 953-5000

  21. #21 Drs. Althouse, Carroll & Alperin Dentistry

    3410 County St, Portsmouth, VA 23707

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for teeth cleanings in Portsmouth: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Drs. Althouse, Carroll & Alperin DentistryFull profile(757) 393-2568

  22. #22 Harry L. Jenkins

    3349 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23701

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for teeth cleanings in Portsmouth: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–12:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Harry L. JenkinsFull profile(757) 393-4361

  25. #25 Frank Lesinski, DDS

    4409 George Washington Hwy, Portsmouth, VA 23702

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth cleanings in Portsmouth 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 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Frank Lesinski, DDSFull profile(757) 485-2222

All 50 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Hampton Roads Community Health Center37
27Drs. Carroll, Alperin & Casteen Family Dentistry37
28Weis Dental37
29Lovell Family Dentistry, Pc37
30Friendly Faces Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics37
31Holley Family Dentistry37
32Morrison Dental Group - Portsmouth33
33Dr. Morgan T. Weis, DDS33
34NNSY Dental33
35Dominion Dentistry33
36Brabson Anita DDS33
37Dr. Steven L. Lang, DDS33
38Dr. Karah M. Lanier, MD15
39Becker Michael D DDS8
40Bergey Curtis R DDS8
41Dr. Dale V. Watkins Jr, DDS8
42Dr. Geoffrey L. Ward, DDS8
43Dr. John D. Mclaughlin, DDS8
44Dr. Jose R. Almaguer, DDS8
45Dr. Richard L. Szal, DDS8
46Dr. Stuart C. Fry, DMD8
47Dr. Tom E. Eldridge, DDS8
48Nichols Aja DDS8
49Pommer Matthew w DDS8
50Rhonda Roberts, D.M.D.8

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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 Portsmouth?

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

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

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

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 Portsmouth cleaning dentists

We scored 50 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth ranks #1 of 50 Portsmouth clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Ahmad Ameera Y DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Portsmouth, VA?

A teeth cleaning in Portsmouth 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 Virginia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Portsmouth teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 50 Portsmouth clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Spencer Dental & Braces and Drs. Althouse, Carroll & Alperin Dentistry. 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 Portsmouth?

50 Portsmouth clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Portsmouth

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 53 clinics.

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