Boston median pricing for dental cleaning in 2026, built from local clinic fee schedules and dental insurance claims data.
Median clinic: $300 · +22% vs national
Representative imageA dental cleaning in Boston has multiple components. Understanding each helps you evaluate any quote.
| Component | Typical Boston range (per visit) |
|---|---|
| Routine prophylaxis cleaning | $100 – $250 |
| Oral exam | $50 – $150 |
| Diagnostic X-rays | $100 – $250 |
| Fluoride treatment | $50 – $50 |
| Deep cleaning per quadrant (if needed) | $200 – $450 |
| Neighborhood | Range | vs Boston avg |
|---|---|---|
| Back Bay | $150 – $650 | +30% vs Boston average |
| Beacon Hill | $150 – $650 | +25% vs Boston average |
| Cambridge | $100 – $600 | +18% vs Boston average |
| South End | $100 – $550 | +12% vs Boston average |
| Jamaica Plain | $100 – $500 | -2% vs Boston average |
| Dorchester | $100 – $450 | -8% vs Boston average |
Representative imageMassHealth has covered adults with comprehensive dental benefits since 2022, including fillings, extractions, root canals, and dentures. PPO plans (Delta Dental, BCBS of Massachusetts, Aetna) cover 20–60% after the deductible.
Financing: Cherry, Sunbit, CareCredit and Affirm Dental are widely accepted in Boston.
Every 6 months for most adults. Patients with gum disease or heavy tartar buildup may need cleanings every 3–4 months.
No. Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) treats periodontal disease and costs 2–3× more per visit than routine prophylaxis.
Jamaica Plain and Dorchester typically run 8% below the Boston metro average for dental cleaning. These areas have lower commercial rents, which clinics pass on in fees.
Find nearby dental clinics, confirm any consultation fee, and ask for an itemized estimate. Bring your insurance details and the questions above.
