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Best Teeth Cleaning Dentists in Yucca Valley, CA (2026)

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

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    Best overall for teeth cleanings: Niethamer Steven J DDS, ranked #1 of 26 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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26 Yucca Valley clinics list teeth cleanings and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Yucca Valley at a glance

Top 10 cleaning dentists in Yucca Valley at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Niethamer Steven J DDS73
2Bruce Jones67
3Dr. Elena G. Grove, DDS67
4Dr. Jeong Kim67
5Dr. John Hough67
6Dr. Matthew De La Rionda67
7Dr. Robert Lombardo67
8Duff Janeen DDS67
9Eric Grove67
10Felsts Lynanne DDS67

The 26 best cleaning dentists in Yucca Valley, 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.

  16. #16 Yucca Valley Family Healthcare

    57463 Twentynine Palms Outerhighway S # 203, Yucca Valley, CA 92284, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for teeth cleanings in Yucca Valley 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 Yucca Valley Family HealthcareFull profile(760) 367-6028

  17. #17 High Desert Family Medical Clinic

    7350 Church St, Yucca Valley, CA 92284, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for teeth cleanings in Yucca Valley: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at High Desert Family Medical ClinicFull profile(760) 369-3069

  18. #18 B & B Family Medicine Clinics - Yucca Valley, CA

    57370 Twentynine Palms Highway STE 203, Yucca Valley, CA 92284

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for teeth cleanings in Yucca Valley 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at B & B Family Medicine Clinics - Yucca Valley, CAFull profile(760) 369-8200

  19. #19 James Lake, DDS

    57340 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley, CA 92284

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for teeth cleanings in Yucca Valley 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at James Lake, DDSFull profile(760) 365-0774

  20. #20 Hart Family Dental

    56728 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley, CA 92284

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for teeth cleanings in Yucca Valley 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 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hart Family DentalFull profile(760) 365-6595
    In their words

    Welcome to Hart Family Dental! When you visit our dentist, you can rely on us to take the time to help you feel comfortable while providing you with high-quality dental care. We will work one-on-one with you to create an individualized treatment plan that meet your needs. Give us a call today to make your appointment with Dr. Harry Hart!

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

  21. #21 Joshua Lane Dental

    7255 Joshua Ln ste b, Yucca Valley, CA 92284, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for teeth cleanings in Yucca Valley 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–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Joshua Lane DentalFull profile(760) 365-8331
    In their words

    Dr. Chun graduated from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. As one of the top of the class dentists in patient care and clinic performance, he received a best clinician award presented by attending faculties upon graduation. The school was so impressed with the extent of his knowledge and skills, they invited Dr. Chun to become a clinic professor at the University Dental School. He had been teaching and preparing dental students to become skilled and caring dentists.…

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

  22. #22 Sheldon Hough DDS

    57463 Twentynine Palms Highway # 204, Yucca Valley, CA 92284

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for teeth cleanings in Yucca Valley 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–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Sheldon Hough DDSFull profile(760) 365-2331

  23. #23 Dr. Jin Yong Chun

    7255 Joshua Ln Ste B, Yucca Valley, CA 92284, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for teeth cleanings in Yucca Valley 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Jin Yong ChunFull profile(760) 228-5870

  24. #24 Family Health Center of Joshua Tree, Inc.

    57445 Twentynine Palms Highway Ste 302, Yucca Valley, CA 92284, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for teeth cleanings in Yucca Valley 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Family Health Center of Joshua Tree, Inc.Full profile(760) 366-7555

All 26 clinics

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

RankClinicDR Score
26Drs. Schantz and Moranda Orthodontics33

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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 Yucca Valley?

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

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Yucca Valley?
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 Yucca Valley

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 Yucca Valley cleaning dentists

We scored 26 Yucca Valley 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 Yucca Valley 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 Yucca Valley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth cleaning dentist in Yucca Valley?

Niethamer Steven J DDS ranks #1 of 26 Yucca Valley clinics offering teeth cleanings by DentistsRanked service score. Bruce Jones ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does a teeth cleaning cost in Yucca Valley, CA?

A teeth cleaning in Yucca Valley 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 Yucca Valley teeth cleaning dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 26 Yucca Valley clinics offering teeth cleanings lists Saturday hours, including High Desert Family Medical Clinic. 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 Yucca Valley?

26 Yucca Valley 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 Yucca Valley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 28 clinics.

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