average cost for dentist cleaning
1 The total cost for an appointment with these additional services can be $100-$300 or more, depending on local rates and the number and type of X-rays. 2  For example, CostHelper readers report paying $114-$320 for a complete teeth cleaning appointment, with an average cost of $198. Dental insurance typically covers 100% of the cost of a teeth cleaning once or twice a year as necessary preventive care, but not more often -- and some plans may have a maximum amount they will pay for a cleaning, which can be less than what the dentist charges.