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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in South Gate, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Dentistry of Southern California, ranked #1 of 55 by service score; 5.0★ from 133 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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55 South Gate clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 22 open Saturdays and 10 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 7 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in South Gate at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in South Gate at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Dentistry of Southern California695.0★ (133)
2Summer Smile Dental67—
3American Dental Care67—
4Avani Shah67—
5B & M Dental Practice67—
6Centro Dental California67—
7Dentistry67—
8Dr. Charu Patel, DDS67—
9Dr. Noran Jeong67—
10Dr. Wonjoon Lee67—

The 55 best cleaning dentists in South Gate, 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.

  2. #2 Summer Smile Dental

    8116 California Ave suite c, South Gate, CA 90280

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for teeth cleanings in South Gate: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–6 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Summer Smile DentalFull profile(323) 567-1821
    In their words

    Dental office Free exam and X-rays Accept all insurances Zero interest payments plans available Top rated dentists in Los Angeles Top quality dentistry Gentle pain free dentistry Cosmetics dentistry Root canals Dental implants Bridges Porcelain crowns Veneers Smile makeover Dentures Extractions White fillings

    From Summer Smile Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Firestone Dental Group

    3615 Firestone Blvd, South Gate, CA 90280

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth cleanings in South Gate: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Firestone Dental GroupFull profile(323) 566-0581

All 55 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #55, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Little Kids Dentistry57Evenings · Sat
27Perfect Smile Family Dentistry57Evenings · Sat
28Dr. Naziri Dental Clinic57Evenings · Sun
29Dr. Mia L. Ancheta - San Angel Dental57Evenings · Sat
30Dr. Lilia H. Rivas, DDS555.0★ (5)Sat
31Children's Dental Group: Lange Marina A DDS53Evenings · Sat
32West Coast Dental of South Gate53Evenings · Sat
33South Lyn Dental Center524.3★ (10)
34Reza Dental Care47Sat
35Central Dental Specialty Center47Sat
36Liberty Smile Center South Gate - Implant, Braces, Cosmetic & Oral Surgery47Sat
37South Gate Dentistry & Orthodontics47Sat
38AltaMed Medical and Dental Group - South Gate47Sat
39South Gate Family Dentistry47Evenings
40City Dental Care47Sat
41Omid Dental Office47Sat
42Fun Dental 4 Kids South Gate47Sat
43Oxy Dental Of South Gate47Sat
44Carlos Leal DDS Dental Clinic47Sat
45Dr Elizabeth Garcia43Evenings
46Western Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
47Imperial Dental Center43Sat
48DR. Carmona Family Dental43Sat
49LA Smiles Dental Specialty Center37
50Embrace Dental and Orthodontics37
51House Dental37
52California Dental Group33
53Prasad Family Dentistry: Prasad N K M DDS33
54Children's Dental Group: Chavez Daniel DDS33
55Tweedy Family Dental Center33

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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 South Gate?

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

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in South Gate?
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 South Gate

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 South Gate cleaning dentists

We scored 55 South Gate 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 South Gate 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 South Gate: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in South Gate?

Dentistry of Southern California ranks #1 of 55 South Gate clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 133 Google reviews and Saturday hours. Summer Smile Dental ranks #2 (evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in South Gate, CA?

A teeth cleaning in South Gate 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 South Gate teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

22 of 55 South Gate clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Dentistry of Southern California, Summer Smile Dental and Firestone 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 South Gate?

55 South Gate clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 22 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 7 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for South Gate

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 61 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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