How much does a cat teeth cleaning cost?
$350–$1,450
Owner bills for cat dental cleanings typically run $350–$1,450, with anesthesia, dental X-rays and any extractions making up much of it.
Last updated: October 2026 · US prices · 1 source · see sources
The breakdown
| Item | Typical US price |
|---|---|
| Cat Dental Cleaning: typical owner bill (10 bills) | $350–$1,450 [1] |
| On the bill: Blood work before anesthesia | $50–$150 [1] |
| On the bill: Anesthesia and monitoring (Needed for all dental work) | $150–$300 [1] |
| On the bill: Full-mouth dental X-rays (Shows what is below the gumline) | $100–$250 [1] |
| On the bill: Scaling and polishing (The cleaning itself) | $100–$350 [1] |
Figures come from the sources below and each measures something slightly different (published prices, owner bills or planning budgets). Your vet's or provider's estimate is what counts.
It depends on
- Extractions found during the cleaning
- Dental X-rays
- Pre-anesthesia blood work
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How much does a cat teeth cleaning cost?
$350–$1,450. Owner bills for cat dental cleanings typically run $350–$1,450, with anesthesia, dental X-rays and any extractions making up much of it.
What affects how much a cat teeth cleaning cost?
It depends on: extractions found during the cleaning; dental X-rays; pre-anesthesia blood work.
What is the typical price for: Cat Dental Cleaning: typical owner bill (10 bills)?
$350–$1,450.
What is the typical price for: On the bill: Blood work before anesthesia?
$50–$150.
What is the typical price for: On the bill: Anesthesia and monitoring (Needed for all dental work)?
$150–$300.
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