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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Upper Darby, PA (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Smile Team, ranked #1 of 16 by service score; 4.3★ from 89 Google reviews.

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16 Upper Darby clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 4 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Upper Darby at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Upper Darby at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Smile Team574.3★ (89)
2Pristine Dental Center57—
3Access Dentistry533.9★ (42)
4Yin Xuan DDS534.4★ (7)
5Lansdowne Family Dental47—
6Upper Darby Family Dental47—
7gentle dentistry/upper darby dentistry462.9★ (42)
8Care Dental, LLC43—
9About Your Smile: Lindo Sharon DDS432.0★ (1)
10Rachel C. Taddeo, DMD at Taddeo Teeth33—

The 16 best cleaning dentists in Upper Darby, 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 Pristine Dental Center

    392 Avon Rd, Upper Darby, PA 19082

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for teeth cleanings in Upper Darby: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pristine Dental CenterFull profile(610) 352-0500
    In their words

    Welcome to Pristine Dental Center! Our dentists and team are eager to meet with you and get you started on the journey to your ideal smile in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. We place a special emphasis on providing our patients with a positive and welcoming environment during their time at our office. To best address the needs of all our patients, we do many of our procedures in-house. If you would like to learn more about Dr. Anam Tariq, contact us today.

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

  5. #5 Lansdowne Family Dental

    321 N Lansdowne Ave, Upper Darby, PA 19050

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for teeth cleanings in Upper Darby: 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 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lansdowne Family DentalFull profile(610) 626-5080

  8. #8 Care Dental, LLC

    134 S State Rd, Upper Darby, PA 19082

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for teeth cleanings in Upper Darby: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5:30 PM · Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–5:30 PM · Thu closed · Fri–Sat 10 AM–5:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Care Dental, LLCFull profile(610) 789-2440

  10. #10 Rachel C. Taddeo, DMD at Taddeo Teeth

    9220 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby, PA 19082

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for teeth cleanings in Upper Darby 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 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Rachel C. Taddeo, DMD at Taddeo TeethFull profile(484) 452-4166

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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 Upper Darby?

Typical ranges in USD for Upper Darby, PA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Upper Darby cleaning dentists

We scored 16 Upper Darby 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 Upper Darby 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 Upper Darby: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Upper Darby?

Smile Team ranks #1 of 16 Upper Darby clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.3★ from 89 Google reviews. Pristine Dental Center ranks #2 (evening hours and Saturday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Upper Darby, PA?

A teeth cleaning in Upper Darby 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 Pennsylvania. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Upper Darby teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 16 Upper Darby clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Pristine Dental Center, Access Dentistry and Lansdowne Family 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 Upper Darby?

16 Upper Darby clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Upper Darby

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 21 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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