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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Santa Cruz, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Advanced Dentistry, ranked #1 of 51 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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51 Santa Cruz clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 5 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Santa Cruz at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Santa Cruz at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Advanced Dentistry67—
2Brose Karl M DDS67—
3Guy Peabody67—
4Kevin Reuter67—
5Primavera Carl V DDS67—
6Santa Cruz Dentists67—
7Vogel Dari w DDS67—
8Brent J Porter DDS MS624.9★ (320)
9Kevin J Daily DDS625.0★ (216)
10Phillip S Zeip DDS604.9★ (170)

The 51 best cleaning dentists in Santa Cruz, 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.

  16. #16 Peabody Dental Care

    620 Frederick St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for teeth cleanings in Santa Cruz: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 11 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Peabody Dental CareFull profile(831) 457-0343
    In their words

    Whether you need a general dentist, cosmetic dentist, restorative dental services, emergency dental care or sedation to ease your dental anxiety, the office of Peabody Dental Care, in Santa Cruz, California can assist! We have helped patients maintain bright smiles since 1988. Peabody Dental Care is here to serve both your oral health and personal comfort.

    From Peabody Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Western Dental & Orthodontics

    1107 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for teeth cleanings in Santa Cruz: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Western Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile(831) 227-2160
    In their words

    We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Western Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…

    From Western Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Christie Family Dentistry

    550 Water St Suite E-1, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for teeth cleanings in Santa Cruz 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

    Book appointment at Christie Family DentistryFull profile(831) 429-8419

  21. #21 Donald P Connolly DDS

    824 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for teeth cleanings in Santa Cruz 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

    Book appointment at Donald P Connolly DDSFull profile(831) 426-1056
    In their words

    Serving the Santa Cruz, Aptos, and Watsonville, CA, areas with affordable, comfortable and efficient orthodontic care, Dr. Don Connolly and Dr. Stan Sokolow, along with our friendly team, have been creating beautiful, straight smiles for more than 35 years. We're excited to build new relationships with the next generation of patients in our community with the same commitment to excellence that we've established over the past three decades.

    From Donald P Connolly DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Dr. Robert Matiasevich Jr. DDS

    1775 Dominican Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for teeth cleanings in Santa Cruz 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–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Robert Matiasevich Jr. DDSFull profile(831) 316-1580
    In their words

    For their patient’s benefit, advanced learning and the implementation of new technologies at the leading edge of dentistry is a constant for Dr. Matiasevich and his office. The friendly team is known for their down to earth and non-technical communication style making complex dentistry easy to understand. We are open daily to meet your Santa Cruz dentistry needs.

    From Dr. Robert Matiasevich Jr. DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 A. Gavin McClure, DDS

    525 Center St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for teeth cleanings in Santa Cruz 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–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at A. Gavin McClure, DDSFull profile(831) 426-1343

  24. #24 E. John Baron, DDS, INC.

    550 Water St Ste L-1, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for teeth cleanings in Santa Cruz 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 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at E. John Baron, DDS, INC.Full profile(831) 325-0236
    In their words

    At E. John Baron, DDS, INC. dentist office in Santa Cruz CA, your smile is our top priority. Dr. Baron with the entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Part of our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information that helps them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs.

    From E. John Baron, DDS, INC.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Dr. Mohana Awasthi DDS Inc

    1588 Soquel Dr Suite #3, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth cleanings in Santa Cruz 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 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Mohana Awasthi DDS IncFull profile(831) 454-8120

All 51 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #51, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Micro Endodontics of Santa Cruz: Niyati Patel DDS37
27Alana Thompson DDS- Seabright Dental Studio37
28Landmark Dental Group37
29Onsite Dental37
30Santa Cruz Dental Care37
31Audrey Wingo, DDS37
32Five Gables Family Dentistry37
33Jeffrey Smith, DDS37
34Advanced Dentistry Kevin Ippisch, DDS, Inc.37
35Aura Marcela Torres DDS37
36Mission Hill Dental - Flavio Cheng D.M.D37
37Dr. Randall Medefesser, DDS37
38Kai Family Dentistry: Lynda Tran, DDS37
39David Refaee DDS33
40David Refaee DDS Kathy Ansarinia DDS33
41Santa Cruz Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery33
42Dientes Community Dental Care, Beach Flats33
43Dientes Community Dental Care, Capitola Road33
44Trang K Tran, DDS33
45Dr. David L. Biles, DDS33
46Heit Family Dentistry DDS33
47Dr. Steve S. Kerba, DDS33
48Yien Laurence DDS33
49Radiant Laser Hygiene8
50Soravelle Smile Dentistry Santa Cruz8
51Young Thomas S DDS4

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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 Santa Cruz?

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

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Santa Cruz?
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 Santa Cruz

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 Santa Cruz cleaning dentists

We scored 51 Santa Cruz clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Santa Cruz?

Advanced Dentistry ranks #1 of 51 Santa Cruz clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Brose Karl M DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Santa Cruz, CA?

A teeth cleaning in Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

5 of 51 Santa Cruz clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Vu H Le DDS Corporation, Santa Cruz Smiles and Santa Cruz Children's Dental Group. 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 Santa Cruz?

51 Santa Cruz clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 5 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Santa Cruz

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 63 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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