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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in San Mateo, CA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Laurel Dental San Mateo, ranked #1 of 76 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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76 San Mateo clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 21 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 16 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in San Mateo at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in San Mateo at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Laurel Dental San Mateo73
2Dr. Hiroyuki Arima, DMD67
3Dr. Jane Vu67
4Dr. Yao-Lin Tang, DDS67
5Dr.Kuramoto67
6Kehan Li67
7Nazareth Plaza Dental Group67
8San Mateo Complete Dentistry67
9Tran Julie M DDS67
10Xuyu Zhang67

The 76 best cleaning dentists in San Mateo, 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.

  22. #22 B. Jeffrey Kay, DDS

    255 N San Mateo Dr Suite 3, San Mateo, CA 94401

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for teeth cleanings in San Mateo: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at B. Jeffrey Kay, DDSFull profile(650) 250-4706
    In their words

    We are a welcoming and family-friendly dental office in San Mateo, California, helping each patient we work with to have a positive and enjoyable dental experience. No matter what your current state of oral health may be, Dr. B. Jeffrey Kay will work with you to help you create a healthier and more beautiful smile. We look forward to caring for your dental needs!

    From B. Jeffrey Kay, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 76 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #76, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Lynn Dental53Evenings · Sat
27Karen L Yee, DDS525.0★ (15)
28Catherine Chiu, D.D.S.524.7★ (14)
29Bayside Family Dentistry Helen Hong DMD513.8★ (28)
30Linda M Showaihat DDS505.0★ (8)
31Angela An, DDS47Sat
32Stan W. Konrad, DDS47Sat
33Robert P. Choi, DDS47Sat
34Smile Dental Center47Sat
35Bay Star Dental - San Mateo47Sun
36Pacific Dental Center47Sat
37San Mateo Family Dental47Sun
38Dr. Yvette C. Chua, DDS47Sat
39Dr. Waymond K. Leong, DDS47Sat
40Bridgepointe Family Dental Care47Sat
41Oanh Le, DDS47Sat
42Bay Meadows Orthodontics47Sat
43A+ Dental Center43Sat
44Bay Area Dental Group: San Mateo43Sat
45Western Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
46Leong Dental43Sat
47Arima Dental Care37
48Bloom Dental Group37
49Contemporary Dental37
50Derek Wong, DDS37
51Fiori Dental37
52Foster City Dental Care37
53Marina Dental Studio37
54Sonrisas Dental Health37
55Young Dental Group37
56Dentist San Mateo - Manyak Dental Group - Dentist in San Mateo CA - San Mateo Cosmetic Dentist37
57Olson Dental37
58Park Place Dental37
59Titus Tang DDS, MAGD, Dental 36037
60San Mateo Dental Arts37
61Takashi Dental37
62Deccan Dental - Samir Nanjapa DDS37
63Kenneth E. Moore II, DDS, Inc.37
64Mid Peninsula Dental Care37
65Chavez Dental Care37
66Clevenger Daniel DDS37
67San Mateo Dental Care37
68Paul Diercks, DDS37
69Dr. Michael Wong37
70Dental Medicine Providers37
71Onsite Dental37
72Foster City Dental Care: Falsafi Zahra DDS33
73Peninsula Dental Group33
74Samaritan House Free Clinic33
75Myasake Dental8
76Terrence Lau, DDS Pediatric Dentist7

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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 San Mateo?

Typical ranges in USD for San Mateo, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in San Mateo?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Routine adult cleaning$110–$280DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Cleaning with exam and x-rays$230–$460DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant$230–$540DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

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

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 San Mateo cleaning dentists

We scored 76 San Mateo 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). 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 San Mateo 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 San Mateo: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in San Mateo?

Laurel Dental San Mateo ranks #1 of 76 San Mateo clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Hiroyuki Arima, DMD ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in San Mateo, CA?

A teeth cleaning in San Mateo typically costs $105–$280 USD. By type: routine adult cleaning $110–$280; cleaning with exam and x-rays $230–$460; deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant $230–$540. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 San Mateo teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

21 of 76 San Mateo clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Aloha Dental Group, San Mateo Medical Center and Blue Rock Dental. 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 San Mateo?

76 San Mateo clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 21 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 16 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for San Mateo

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 88 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.

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