average dental cleaning cost
Without dental insurance, the national average costs of common preventive services are as follows, according to the American Dental Association [1] : 1  Periodic examination by a general dentist â $44.10. 2  Prophylaxis (cleaning) â $61.14 (child), $82.08 (adult). 3  Topical fluoride application â $31.70 (child), $32.59 (adult).