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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in St Joseph, MO (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Bratton Dental Co., ranked #1 of 46 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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46 St Joseph clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 4 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in St Joseph at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in St Joseph at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Bratton Dental Co.73
2Brownsberger's Dental Center73
3Dr Anthony Frizzo Pediatric Dentistry73
4Northwest Endodontics: Ryan M. Walker, DDS73
5Tim Taylor, DDS73
6Timothy Curry, DDS73
7Cronbaugh Berti67
8Dr. Brett R. Barzee, DDS67
9Dr. Dana L. Browning, DDS67
10Dr. George Ruwwe67

The 46 best cleaning dentists in St Joseph, 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.

  23. #23 Kevin Dulin

    5101 N Belt Hwy, St Joseph, MO 64506

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for teeth cleanings in St Joseph: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Kevin DulinFull profile(816) 385-5811
    In their words

    Kevin Dulin practices in Saint Joseph, MO for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Kevin Dulin and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams,…

    From Kevin Dulin's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Steven Propst, DDS

    3904 Beck Rd Ste 170, St Joseph, MO 64506, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for teeth cleanings in St Joseph: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Steven Propst, DDSFull profile(816) 232-4514
    In their words

    At Steven Propst, DDS dentist office in St. Joseph MO, your smile is our top priority. Dr. Steven Propst & 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 Steven Propst, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Aspen Dental

    5101 N Belt Hwy, St Joseph, MO 64506, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth cleanings in St Joseph: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(816) 385-5811
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Saint Joseph,MO offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

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

All 46 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #46, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Northwest Behavioral Health37
27Euler Family Dental37
28Clark Family Dentistry37
29Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of St. Joseph37
30Benjamin D. Elmore, DMD37
31Harrison Smith, D.D.S.37
32Michael S. Hollingsworth, Dds, Magd37
33East Ridge Family Dentistry37
34St. Joseph Endodontics37
35Cook Crossing Dental Care37
36Stephanie S. Files, D.D.S.37
37McClure Michael P DDS37
38Daniel B Nigus DDS, PC37
39H Steven Hoerath DDS37
40Noyce Orthodontics37
41Dr. Nicole M. White, DDS33
42Dr. Patrick Trauernicht, DDS33
43Northwest Missouri Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery33
44South Side Health Center33
45Social Welfare Board33
46Ostendorf DDS LLC33

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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 St Joseph?

Typical ranges in USD for St Joseph, MO. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 St Joseph cleaning dentists

We scored 46 St Joseph clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 St Joseph 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 St Joseph: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in St Joseph?

Bratton Dental Co. ranks #1 of 46 St Joseph clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Brownsberger's Dental Center ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in St Joseph, MO?

A teeth cleaning in St Joseph 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 Missouri. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 St Joseph teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 46 St Joseph clinics offering teeth cleanings lists Saturday hours, including Dr Mark B Beard, DDS. 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 St Joseph?

46 St Joseph 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 St Joseph

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 50 clinics.

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