The costs of teeth polishing procedures and dental cleanings vary a great deal and are based on a number of factors. These include:
- Extent of cleaning: Much depends on whether you need more extensive cleaning, more routine work, or are electing for cosmetic polishing. Without insurance, the cost of a dental cleaning ranges from $75 to $200 or more.
- Specialist vs. general care: Working with a dental hygienist—as opposed to a dentist—may also affect the cost.
- Insurance coverage: Depending on your plan, routine annual cleanings that include polishing may even be covered entirely. However, insurance coverage may become more limited if more extensive cleaning is needed, or if the work is purely cosmetic.
- Additional care: In cases of gum infection or a great deal of plaque and tartar buildup, anesthetic and deeper cleaning may be needed. This may incur additional costs.
How much you’ll pay out-of-pocket for teeth polishing depends on the amount and kind of cleaning needed, whether a specialist is performing the work, and your insurance coverage, among other factors. In the United States, without insurance, a typical dental cleaning costs between $75 and $200.