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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Wilmington, NC (2026)

92 clinics offering teeth cleanings, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Dr. John F. White Jr, DDS, ranked #1 of 92 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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92 Wilmington clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 4 open Saturdays and 8 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 15 of them.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Wilmington at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Wilmington at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Dr. John F. White Jr, DDS73—
2Family Dental Care of Wilmington73—
3Live Oak Dental73—
4The Dental Studio of Wilmington73—
5Your Community Dental, Schryer & Associates, DDS, PLLC73—
6Myrtle Grove Implant and Family Dentistry704.8★ (385)
7Dental Care at Riverlights684.8★ (150)
8ASAP Urgent Dental Care67—
9Brown Kathleen J DDS67—
10Bruff Jr Thomas B DDS67—

The 92 best cleaning dentists in Wilmington, 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 Family Dental Care of Wilmington

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for teeth cleanings in Wilmington 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 Family Dental Care of WilmingtonFull profile
    In their words

    At Family Dental Care of Wilmington, we continually work to provide our patients with the best care modern cosmetic and family dentistry has to offer. We offer a modern, technologically advanced facility that is optimized for patient comfort, safety, and convenience. We care deeply about mutual respect between our patients and our staff, most of whom have been with us for many years.

    From Family Dental Care of Wilmington's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Live Oak Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for teeth cleanings in Wilmington 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 Live Oak DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Live Oak Dental is committed to improving the lives of our community through world class dentistry. We do this by providing comfortable, efficient and quality dentistry in a unique environment. One of the things that sets Live Oak Dental apart is the dedication of our amazing professional team. It takes a strong commitment to teamwork to provide you with an experience that is perfect from the moment you arrive until you leave our office with a happy smile.

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

  4. #4 The Dental Studio of Wilmington

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for teeth cleanings in Wilmington 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 The Dental Studio of WilmingtonFull profile
    In their words

    Wilmington Dentist, The Dental Studio, is an experienced cosmetic dental practice with a focus on providing excellent personalized care to patients from the Wilmington and Hampstead area. We utilize modern technology and advanced techniques to ensure your treatment is efficient, effective, and comfortable. Dr. Jacob Long and our compassionate team are welcoming new patients to our convenient Wilmington dental office. Our dentistry services include: Preventive dentistry…

    From The Dental Studio of Wilmington's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Your Community Dental, Schryer & Associates, DDS, PLLC

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for teeth cleanings in Wilmington 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 Your Community Dental, Schryer & Associates, DDS, PLLCFull profile
    In their words

    Your Community Dental believe everyone deserves quality dentistry at fair and affordable prices. Our caring, experienced professionals are committed to providing accessible and quality care. We discuss treatment options that focus on economical ways to solve problems and maintain good oral health with all our patients. We manage our practice cost effectively and forego unnecessary “extras” to keep our fees reasonable and as low as possible. If you have specific concerns…

    From Your Community Dental, Schryer & Associates, DDS, PLLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 National Dental Care, Barangaroo

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for teeth cleanings in Wilmington 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 National Dental Care, BarangarooFull profile
    In their words

    Part of the National Dental Care Group, National Dental Care Barangaroo is located in the beautiful Barangaroo precinct of Sydney, with parking available at Barangaroo Reserve. As Barangaroo sets the benchmark for design and sustainability, our practice's goal is to provide state of the art dental technology and services, bringing a fresh energy to the patient experience.

    From National Dental Care, Barangaroo's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 92 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #92, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Sarah Pless, DDS: Renaissance Dental Studio625.0★ (571)
27Masonboro Kids Dentistry604.9★ (58)
28Naki Dental Studio605.0★ (59)
29Signature Smiles594.9★ (120)
30Dr. Egg Pediatric Dentistry574.8★ (102)
31Winslett & Walls Dental Excellence57Evenings · Sat
32MedNorth Health Center57Evenings · Sat
33Wilmington Holistic Dentistry564.7★ (53)
34Parkhurst & Belisle, DDS564.8★ (67)
35Jewell Dentistry555.0★ (40)
36Keith W Mann, DDS534.6★ (20)
37Alford & Alford PA535.0★ (10)
38Ford Brian P DMD514.4★ (12)
39Wilmington Smiles Gregory B. Garrett DDS50
40CarolinasDentist47Evenings
41CarolinasDentist47Evenings
42Racine Dental Care47Sat
43O2 Dental Group of Wilmington47Sat
44Northchase Family Dentistry47Evenings
45Burns Family Dentistry47Evenings
46Dr. Norma Cortez, DDS43Evenings
47Dr. Mark E. McGee, DDS43Evenings
48Edgerton and Glenn DDS - Wilmington37
49Dr. Robert P. Mellis, DDS37
50Independence Dental Care37
51Coastal Pines Dental37
52Dr. Milligan's Family Dental Care37
53Long Dental of Wilmington37
54Wrightsville Dental37
55Wilmington Kids Dentist37
56Atlantic Dental Group37
57DANICA DENTAL HOUSE Rafaela Dejanovic DDS & Coleman Burgess DDS37
58Sandra Miles Dentistry37
59Southeast Smiles37
60Kuzma Advanced Dentistry37
61Arboretum Dental37
62Barnes Family Dentistry37
63Brush Dental Care37
64Clayton B Smith III, DDS, PA37
65Hoggard Family Dentistry37
66Port City Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr. Jillian Wolske37
67Salling and Tate Family Dentistry37
68C. Clayton Walker III, DDS, PA37
69French Family Dentistry37
70Porters Neck Cosmetic and Family Dentistry37
71Cory Williams DDS37
72Wetherill Family Dentistry37
73Jennifer M. Pan, DMD, PLLC37
74Mayfaire Family Dentistry - John A Overton DDS37
75Donald S. Bland, D.D.S37
76Myles Family Dentistry37
77Coastal Smiles General and Implant Dentistry33
78Affordable Dentures & Implants33
79DentalWorks Wilmington33
80Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry33
81Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry (Formerly Complete Dental - Barclay)33
82Wilmington Dental Care33
83James N. Smith, D.M.D.33
84Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry33
85Coastal Carolina Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery33
86D. Scott Skinner, D.D.S., P.A.33
87Dr. Holly J. Carter, D.D.S.33
88Dentist NC15
89Smile White15
90Dentistry8
91Polo8
92Coastal Dental7

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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 Wilmington?

Typical ranges in USD for Wilmington, NC. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Wilmington?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Routine adult cleaning$75–$200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Cleaning with exam and x-rays$170–$340DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant$170–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—

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

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 Wilmington cleaning dentists

We scored 92 Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Wilmington?

Dr. John F. White Jr, DDS ranks #1 of 92 Wilmington clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Family Dental Care of Wilmington ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Wilmington, NC?

A teeth cleaning in Wilmington typically costs $77–$204 USD. By type: routine adult cleaning $75–$200; cleaning with exam and x-rays $170–$340; deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), per quadrant $170–$390. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is a teeth cleaning covered by insurance or Medicaid in North Carolina?

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 Wilmington teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 92 Wilmington clinics offering teeth cleanings list Saturday hours, including Winslett & Walls Dental Excellence, MedNorth Health Center and Racine 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 Wilmington?

92 Wilmington clinics list teeth cleanings in our data. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 15 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Wilmington

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 113 clinics.
  2. : 11 duplicate listings merged.

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