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Dental Cleaning cost in Charleston, SC

A typical Dental Cleaning figure in Charleston is about $148 per visit, about 6% above the national figure of $140.

Typical cost

Typical in Charleston

$148

per visit

Fair price range: $80 to $292

On the low end
$80
On the high end
$292

Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Charleston. Insurance, coverage, and the details of your situation can change the real number a lot. Not a quote.

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How prices have moved

Up 5.0%past year

Up 24.7%over five years

How prices for dental services have moved nationally, from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index (Dental services, CUUR0000SEMC02), through August 2026. It tracks price change, not the dollar prices on this page.

What moves the price

  1. Periodontal needs
  2. X-rays
  3. Hygienist vs dentist
  4. Insurance
  5. Frequency

Ways to pay less

  1. Keep 6-month cleanings
  2. Ask cash-pay discounts
  3. Ask which add-ons you actually need
  4. Use FSA/HSA
  5. Ask about dental school clinics

Dental Cleaning in similar cities

PlaceTypicalRange
Charleston, SC$148
$80 to $292
National typical$140
$75 to $275
Greenville, SC$132
$71 to $259
Columbia, SC$126
$68 to $248
Arvada, CO$148
$80 to $292
Baltimore, MD$148
$80 to $292
Fontana, CA$148
$80 to $292

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Questions people ask

Dental Cleaning in Charleston: what does it cost?

In Charleston, SC, Dental Cleaning typically costs about $148 per visit, with most prices between $80 and $292.

Why is Charleston higher than the national price?

Prices in Charleston run about 6% above the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.

Is this a quote?

No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.