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Maltese dental cleaning cost

Professional dental cleaning under anesthesia for a Maltese in Australia, with and without extractions. Most dogs need it every 1–3 years.

Typical

A$595

Low end

A$467.50

High end

A$722.50

For a toy breed like the Maltese in Australia, per year.

How dental cleaning scales with dog size

A Maltese is a toy breed (highlighted). Bigger dogs need more anaesthetic, medication and time, so the same procedure costs more.

ToyA$595SmallA$644MediumA$700LargeA$826GiantA$966

What's included

ItemLowTypicalHigh
Dental cleaning under anesthesiaA$467.50A$595A$722.50
Dental cleaning with extractionsA$680A$850A$1,020

What affects Maltese dental cleaning cost

Pushes the price up ↑

  • Extractions, periodontal disease, X-rays
  • Larger dog (more anaesthetic)
  • Specialist or referral dental

Brings it down ↓

  • Routine clean with no extractions
  • Regular at-home brushing/prevention
  • Smaller dog

Methodology

Figures are Australia baselines scaled by this breed's size class where the cost depends on weight (anesthesia, drug volume, surgical time). They're planning estimates, not quotes — your clinic, city and your dog's specifics move the number. Full detail on the methodology page.

Estimate only

Prices vary widely by region and clinic. Use this as a baseline and confirm with your vet.

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