Preventive and periodontal cost guide
How Much Does a Deep Dental Cleaning Cost?
Scaling and root planing, often called deep cleaning, commonly costs $600-$1,600 for all four quadrants before follow-up maintenance. Fees are usually based on quadrants and tooth count, and treatment should follow a periodontal diagnosis.
Typical planning range
$600-$1,600 full mouthTypical midpoint
$1,100Itemized cost range
| Component | Expected range | Planning note |
|---|---|---|
| Periodontal evaluation | $100-$300 | Charting and diagnosis |
| Scaling and root planing | $150-$400 per quadrant | Active therapy |
| Local anesthesia | $0-$200 | Often included |
| Reevaluation | $75-$200 | Healing assessment |
What is usually included?
- The specifically diagnosed cleaning procedure
- Routine instrumentation
- Polishing when appropriate
- Basic oral-hygiene instructions
What may be charged separately?
- New-patient or periodontal exam
- X-rays
- Local anesthesia
- Fluoride
- Antimicrobial services
- Periodontal reevaluation
What changes the price?
- Number of quadrants
- Teeth per quadrant
- Pocket depth and deposits
- Provider type
- Adjunctive services
Example treatment plans
Two quadrants
Core treatment with routine planning and follow-up
$100-$300Four quadrants
Broader treatment scope with likely additions
$600-$1,600 full mouthInsurance considerations
Preventive cleaning, scaling and root planing, debridement, and periodontal maintenance use different benefit rules.
Confirm procedure codes, quadrant limits, frequency rules, deductibles, and the remaining annual maximum.
Dentist insight
How to read this quote
Ask whether the quote is for all four quadrants and whether reevaluation is included. Laser or antimicrobial add-ons should be separated from core scaling and root planing.
Questions to ask before accepting the quote
- How many quadrants are treated?
- What periodontal diagnosis supports it?
- Is anesthesia included?
- When is reevaluation?
Relevant alternatives
- Routine cleaning only when clinically appropriate
- Staged quadrant treatment
- Periodontal specialist consultation
- Maintenance after active therapy
Sources and methodology
These are broad educational planning ranges, not provider quotes. We separate procedure components so unlike treatment packages are not presented as equivalent. Actual fees depend on diagnosis, technique, materials, provider, benefits, and location.