Long Beach Dental

I recently visited Dr. Rezkalla for a cleaning and to get a referral to an oral surgeon for an impacted wisdom tooth. The office was clean and everyone from the front desk to Dr. Rezkalla himself were helpful, friendly, and professional. My insurance company was being difficult but his office took care of them so I didn’t have to! I’m not a «scared of the dentist» kind of guy but don’t particularly enjoy going either but after visiting here I won’t procrastinate my cleanings like I have in the past.

This place was probably one of the worst experience of my life. First when making the appointment for a root canal they said they would call me in a day. 5 days later I call them and they schedule me for a month later, even tho I’m painful. I get a call saying they have an opening the upcoming Saturday so I take it. And when I show up they charge my card in full before starting the $ 1200 dollar procedure!!! The doctor had no bed side manner and was instantly rude to me. They then take my blood pressure and it was slightly elevated and he cancels the entire appointment. Mind you he was just spraying cold spray on my infected tooth to see where the pain was!!! I will not be back and I encourage anyone else to keep moving.

Would give zero stars if possible. I had an appointment here yesterday and I am absolutely appalled by what this office tried to pass off as a cleaning. My husband is finishing his dental residency and he could not believe the negligence from this office. Let me start by saying the staff were very rude when trying to schedule my appointment and when I showed up there was no staff anywhere to be seen. I walked around to see if I could find someone to help me and they were all in the break room eating. They just sat there and looked at me– not a single person got up to help me sign in or start my paperwork. My appointment was at 3 and I didn’t even start my paperwork until 3:20. I was then forced to take a full set of X-​rays when I just requested to have bite wings done. The doctor came in and briefly looked in my mouth with a mirror and then asked if I had insurance before walking out. Then two girls who were clearly not hygienists, polished my teeth and then the doctor came back in and used the cavetron on my teeth for less then 5 minutes! That was it! No vitals taken, they didn’t check my pocket depth, no head and neck exam, nothing! Save yourself the trouble and don’t go here.

I started going to this office about 8 months ago, after having a bad experience at another office. I needed a root canal, and the Dr was extremely candid with me about the process and the cost. They referred me to an amazing specialist, and had my root canal and crown all done within 2 weeks. Pain gone! Last night I went in for my first official cleaning with them, and it was great. I was nervous, because I hadn’t had my teeth cleaned in years (hence the root canal), and my teeth are very sensitive. But the hygienist and Dr. Rezkalla were both great, and the cleaning was quick and (mostly) comfortable! I’m really really happy with this office and can’t recommend them enough. I think they’re helping me get over my fear of the dentist!

I like this place, a lot. The receptionist gave me a call the day before the appointment to remind me, and then gave me a call the morning of to proactively let me know about an issue with my insurance. I called the insurance and got it all resolved before the appointment, but the receptionist’s forward thinking allowed me to keep my appointment on the day I had set it (having a busy schedule, this means a lot!).
The dentist and dental assistants were both quick, friendly, and efficient. Once I got called in, I was in and out of there pretty quick. I don’t think you could do better in Long Beach!

I’ve been coming here for about 10 years now and in all those years I’ve felt like I have the best dentist the world. It makes me even wonder why people dislike dentists in the first place. And also, my family and I followed Dr. Rezkalla to this dentistry when he had moved from his previous employer. That just shows how much my family and I like him. Simply said, this is a great dentistry with a great staff.

Everyone here is extremely friendly! The staff & Dr. Rezkalla. I was very nervous going to the dentist because I hadn’t gone in YEARS! but this practice made me feel calm about it. Plus they give you a TV to watch while you’re getting your cleaning done ha! Definitely recommend!

Best dentist I’ve ever come across! Totally recommend long beach dental! Swift and efficient! Staff is super nice! Dentist doesn’t try to do more work then necessary to bill my insurance like other offices do! I totally recommend this place!

I should have read the reviews before I even stepped foot in this place. I guess if I was in severe pain like I was, that was the least of my worries… but then again I probably would have been better off than I am now.
Long Beach Dental is VERY disorganized.
I went in with a massive toothache. After a couple of hours of waiting (involving them refusing to see me because they couldn’t verify my insurance) they finally sorted it out and agreed to see me. An X-​ray later, the dentist comes in (with no bedside manners) and tells me that I needed an extraction asap which he couldn’t perform and that he would schedule a referral for me with an oral surgeon. He sent me home with some prescriptions and told me that they would call me with a follow up appt. A wk and a half later, no word back from them. I called them back and had to almost yank out a referral from them. I called the referred oral surgeon and turns out that the surgeon is only available twice a month and not available again until the end of the month. Are you kidding me? That was not a part of the memo and HELLO, I thought this was an emergency. Fast forward two weeks later, let’s just say that I am still here battling a toothache and an earache all because they can’t get their mess together. I am beyond disappointed.

The best dentist ever!!! The staff is amazing we love Carmen always very welcoming which that is a plus. And the dr. Is the best he is very gentle not like other places I’ve been too. I’ve recommended a lot of family and friends and they are very happy with long beach dental. I will never go anywhere else.

I’ve been going to Long Beach dental for almost 2 years now Dr Rezkalla is awesome. I take both my children there one is 10 and one is 12. He is great with kids and they are never scared to go there. He’s also very fair with pricing. I guess the only complaint I have is you have to wait a while because he’s always busy

I was without dental insurance for approx. a year before I started my new job and thank God it worked out. All that extra flossing and mouthwash paid off, no cavities, hooray!
Glad my new insurance is accepted at this dentist cause it’s literally under 200 steps from my house. I’m glad I can walk here and not worry about parking. The outside doesn’t look like much but the inside is nice and cozy, with lots of my favorite magazines.
Had to fill out the new patient papers as usual, the x-​rays and had minimal wait time. See my xrays included.
Very comfortable chairs with access to TV. There’s only one dentist but he hustles like a pro! Certified! I thought my cleaning was super quick too! Who wants a super long cleaning? Not me!
The assistants were also very friendly and hustled from one patient to another. Everyone was super helpful and great customer service. One assistant said she loved my teeth and even gave me advice on maintenance to keep it white (simple baking soda and peroxide paste=economical and fast)
I look forward to coming here next month for my annual cleaning.

I went there for the first time yesterday and it will be my last!!! My wait was not long however the Dentist’s bedside manner was off putting to say the least!
Within 2 minutes of our initial meeting he actually said to me «it’s a shame you ended up wearing braces for nothing». SO insulting!
Now I don’t know why they say they are cosmetic because I went to have a chip in my front tooth fixed and his solution… file my tooth!!!
I explained to him that the filling that was there for over 10 years just fell out and I’d like it refilled. He gave me some excuse that it would «just keep coming out» if he did, not listening to me when I said this was the first time it has EVER come out!
What an awful experience. I would stay away and take the time to find someone who is genuinely interested in helping you

I really like Dr. Rezkalla, he is very friendly and genuine. I think the office is very nicely decorated and comfortable. The staff is very friendly but at times I have a hard time communicating with the hygienist.
I do not like the X-​Ray machine but I think it is probably because I have a collapsed jaw not leaving me with much room for the instruments I have to bite down on. Overall I have had a good experience and will continue coming here. Compared to other dental offices I have been to Dr. Rezkalla’s is by far the nicest.

I’m gonna start by saying that I disagree with the negative reviews on this place. If at some point in time they were bad, that time has passed.
I haven’t been to a dentist in at least 5 years. I met with Dr. Rezkalla last week. Meeting him immediately put me at ease, and I knew I was in good care. Unfortunately he told me the news that I anticipated, which was I was going to need some fillings.
I scheduled the work for a week later. I just got that work done, and I have to say, he did an outstanding job. I can tell that he knows its uncomfortable being the patient, so he just knocked the work out and did a great job. Probably didnt take more than 5 minutes per filling.
Definitely was a positive experience, and I will be happy to go back for my 6 month check up.

Love this place! Dr rezkalla is so gentle and the staff there is so polite and friendly. I went to get fillings and I couldn’t even feel my teeth getting worked on. I hate going to the dentist normally but going here I don’t mind at all.

Love the place. The doctor is very gentle and the staff is nice. They have the digital X-​ray, which I know uses very little X-​ray power so it is better for the body. The parking is small. They have tv in each room.

I had mixed feelings coming here due to all the negative reviews, but was confused since there were 5 star reviews too. Talk about a bipolar Unilocal page.
I already had a good impression from this office when I first called. The lady who answered was very nice and when I couldn’t hear something she said, she was patient with me and repeated it 3 times without a fuss. I called other offices in the area and they either didn’t except my dental insurance (Delta Dental) or was booked for a few weeks. Why would anyone do that!!!
I called on Tuesday and got an appointment for Thursday 11am.
I have to say, their waiting room is really nice. Hardwood floors, tv, comfy faux leather chairs. You can see from the pictures. Carmen, who was at the front was very nice and helpful. I didn’t quite understand one part of the forms I had to fill out and asked for her help. I’m glad she didn’t make me feel like an idiot! Very friendly!
It wasn’t long before I was in a small area for my x-​rays to be taken. For everyone who complained about this process… I don’t get them. What’s wrong with holding something in your mouth for them to take your x-​ray. I haven’t seen a dentist in a VERY long time. I remember all my times going as a child and having them place hard plastic folded in half and having you bite down, while it poked your inner cheeks. OUCH!
The thing they use (I’m no dentist. I don’t know the lingo) to place in your mouth isn’t as bad as what I remembered. So everyone who complained, I say man up!
I was then placed into a room. VIP status! 4 windows! I really liked that all x-​rays are displayed on the TV for you to see. As for the amount of time the dentist took to poke around in my mouth… It didn’t take long. Some Unilocalers complained about him not doing a good exam, but hey c’mon guys… who wants their time wasted. Isn’t that what the x-​rays are for?
I got referred to an ortho surgeon due to my tooth having the biggest hole in it ever. I had a filling come out of one of my molar along with half of my tooth.
So in the end, thanks for writing a script for meds for me! Already taking them.
To be continued…

Either my teeth did not need much cleaning or they were overlooked, however when the dentist did his cleaning in about under 5 min, it was the fastest cleaning of my life. they polished before the cleaning. which I thought it was supposed to be the other way around. He also did a quick check of my mouth for cavities etc, all looked good and then when I had concerns about gums, I was told just to continue brushing and flossing. no need for anything else. SO basic efficient and also friendly staff.
The only con was the x ray machine, that I had to hold myself in my mouth, kind of awkward but I am sure they are improving! I wish the dentist could have been a little more thorough with me, but maybe he didn’t need to according to his view.

I was relieved to find this office very clean and comfortable. The whole office has a nice décor.
The staff communicated with me every step of the way. I’ve had multiple visits for a root canal and while sitting in the waiting room, I was greeted by name by the technicians and staff if they walk by. The overall feeling is respectful and pleasant.
It’s nice to have a big screen TV in the waiting room and lots of magazines. In each patient’s room, they give you the controls for your own TV once you’re settled in.
Two complaints — the reason I gave less than 5 stars…
–I really liked Dr. Rezkalla and trusted his opinion, but I found him less than gentle.
–During xrays I had to hold a shield in my mouth with my hand — never had to do that before.
However, I really liked being able to see the xrays immediately on the same screen they were using and again on the tv in the patient’s room — they flip back and forth between the tv and the computer screen!
My husband gave me a thumbs up for this office (we just moved in the area and he went in for a cleaning b4 me). When I needed a dentist for an emergency, I found I totally agreed.
Dr. Rezkalla was personable and very honest about what I needed and his staff was just great. Also, I loved that the root canal was done in house — I don’t remember her name, but the Root Canal Dr. was so fast!
I hope this has helped you if you’re thinking about this office!