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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Union City, NJ (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: ROOTCANALTHERAPY, ranked #1 of 52 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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52 Union City clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 2 offer same-day or emergency visits and 19 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Union City at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Union City at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)Same-day
1ROOTCANALTHERAPY77—Yes
2Eli Emergency Dental73——
3Emergency Dental73——
4Kennedy Medical Offices73——
5Family Dental Care724.4★ (11)Yes
64900 Bergen Line Associates67——
7Diaz Yoska DDS67——
8Dr. Bruce E. Schwartzman, DMD67——
9Dr. Janet Lavandeira67——
10Dr. Liya Mohammed67——

The 52 best cleaning dentists in Union City, 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 Union City

    #1 ROOTCANALTHERAPY

    4808 Bergenline Ave, Union City, NJ 07087

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for teeth cleanings in Union City: 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 ROOTCANALTHERAPYFull profile(201) 385-5400
    In their words

    Schedule an appointment with ROOTCANALTHERAPY. Located in Union City, NJ, we provide quality dental services from a board-certified endodontist. Additional office locations in Teaneck and Dumont, NJ. Teaneck: 185 Cedar Ln, Teaneck, NJ 07666 Dumont: 289 Washington Ave, Dumont, NJ 07628

    From ROOTCANALTHERAPY's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Emergency Dental

    416 37th St, Union City, NJ 07087

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for teeth cleanings in Union City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Emergency DentalFull profile(201) 949-0541
    In their words

    We can't wait to help you as your professional dentist You can expect the highest level of care from our staff. You can count on us for services such as general dentistry, emergency care, pediatric and family dental care as well as denture repair services. We cannot accept walk-in patients therefore each patient must make an appointment. Call anytime because we answer our phones twenty-four hours a day.

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

  25. #25 New York Avenue Dental: Fadi Beydoun DDS

    3703 New York Ave, Union City, NJ 07087

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth cleanings in Union City: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at New York Avenue Dental: Fadi Beydoun DDSFull profile(201) 305-8800

All 52 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #52, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Villalobos Dental Care57Evenings · Sat
27ProHealth Riverside Dental Hoboken57Evenings · Sat
28ISHAN ZALA, D.D.S57Evenings · Sat
29My Smile Dental57Evenings · Sat
30Hanna Dental Group57Evenings · Sat
31Dr. Jenny Chavez, DDS53Evenings · Sat
32Marini & Manci Dentistry53Evenings · Sat
33Luis F. Comas DMD53Evenings · Sat
34Advanced Dental - Union City47Sat
35Salinas Dental Center47Sat
36DentiSmiles, LLC47Evenings
37Hudson Family Dental47Sat
38Family Dentistry , Dr. Maria Zara, DMD47Sat
39Dental Corner43Evenings
40Dr. Raul O. Salinas Sr, DDS43Sat
41Dr. Saima Mian, DMD43Sat
42Grace Dental Union City43Sat
43Smile Central Dental43Evenings
44Family Union Dental Practice43Evenings
45Dr. Sammy Goldstein, DDS - Union City Dentist37
46Dental World LLC37
47Kennedy Dental Center, P.A. Dr. Naynesh Savalia, DMD37
48Union City Dental Associates37
49Michael Valerio, DMD37
50Emele Michael DDS37
51Cohen Jacob S DDS33
52Collado Dental33

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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 Union City?

Typical ranges in USD for Union City, NJ. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Union City?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Routine adult cleaning$100–$260DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Cleaning with exam and x-rays$210–$430DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant$210–$500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—

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

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 Union City cleaning dentists

We scored 52 Union City clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 11 were excluded (11 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 Union City 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 Union City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Union City?

ROOTCANALTHERAPY ranks #1 of 52 Union City clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Eli Emergency Dental ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Union City, NJ?

A teeth cleaning in Union City typically costs $98–$260 USD. By type: routine adult cleaning $100–$260; cleaning with exam and x-rays $210–$430; deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant $210–$500. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is a teeth cleaning covered by insurance or Medicaid in New Jersey?

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 Union City teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

19 of 52 Union City clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including ROOTCANALTHERAPY, Family Dental Care and Children's Dental Care. 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 Union City?

52 Union City clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 19 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Union City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 61 clinics.
  2. : 11 duplicate listings merged.

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