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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Van Nuys, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Sonrisa Dental Office & Orthodontics of Van Nuys, ranked #1 of 20 by service score; 5.0★ from 130 Google reviews, evening hours and Sunday hours.

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20 Van Nuys clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 11 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 19 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Van Nuys at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Van Nuys at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)Same-day
1Sonrisa Dental Office & Orthodontics of Van Nuys715.0★ (130)—
2Van Nuys Family Dental Group684.9★ (628)—
3Amazing Smiles LA - Patricia Arroyo DDS664.9★ (163)—
4Era Dentistry655.0★ (213)—
5Van Nuys Dental Care623.4★ (32)Yes
6A to Z Dental614.2★ (94)—
7L.A DENTAL CENTER604.7★ (142)—
8Van Nuys Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics605.0★ (121)—
9Angelic Dentistry - Van Nuys595.0★ (52)—
10Kids and Teen Dental Place594.1★ (681)—

The 20 best cleaning dentists in Van Nuys, 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.

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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 Van Nuys?

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

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Van Nuys?
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 Van Nuys

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 Van Nuys cleaning dentists

We scored 20 Van Nuys clinics offering teeth cleanings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Van Nuys?

Sonrisa Dental Office & Orthodontics of Van Nuys ranks #1 of 20 Van Nuys clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 130 Google reviews and evening hours and Sunday hours. Van Nuys Family Dental Group ranks #2 (4.9★ from 628 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Van Nuys, CA?

A teeth cleaning in Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

11 of 20 Van Nuys clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Van Nuys Family Dental Group, Amazing Smiles LA - Patricia Arroyo DDS and Era Dentistry. 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 Van Nuys?

20 Van Nuys clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 11 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 19 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Van Nuys

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 28 clinics.

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