Bixby Hill Dental
Sedation Dentistry and general care in California Heights
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About Bixby Hill Dental
Based on Atlantic Avenue in the California Heights area of Long Beach, California, Bixby Hill Dental is a dental practice serving the area. Sedation dentistry uses inhaled, oral, or intravenous options to help patients relax through treatment, ranging from nitrous oxide for mild anxiety through to deeper sedation for longer or more involved procedures. It is commonly used for patients who have avoided the dentist for years due to fear.
Digital X-rays are a routine part of dental care because they show what a visual exam alone cannot — decay forming between teeth, bone loss below the gumline, and how developing adult teeth are positioned in children. They use a low radiation dose and are taken on a schedule matched to individual risk rather than at every single visit.
Left untreated, small dental problems tend not to stay small. A minor cavity that would have been a straightforward filling can progress to needing root canal treatment and a crown, and early gum inflammation that would have reversed with a good cleaning can progress toward bone loss around the teeth. Catching things early is generally the difference in both effort and cost.
Continuity matters in dental care — seeing the same practice over time means your history, X-rays, and any patterns in your oral health are already on file, rather than starting from scratch at each visit. That familiarity is part of what a regular dental home offers beyond any single appointment.
Dental anxiety is common, and most practices are used to working with nervous patients — through clear explanations of what is about to happen, a slower pace where needed, and sedation options for patients who want them. Avoiding the dentist out of anxiety tends to make eventual treatment more involved, not less.
Children benefit from starting dental visits early, generally by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth coming through, mainly so they become familiar with the setting before any treatment is actually needed. Establishing that routine early tends to make ongoing checkups far less stressful for both child and parent. You can reach Bixby Hill Dental through this page to ask a question, check current availability, or request an appointment.
Bixby Hill Dental offers sedation dentistry on Atlantic Avenue in the California Heights area of Long Beach, California. The practice is open Monday through Friday. Use this page to see the full range of treatments listed and to get in touch about an appointment.
Clinic Details
Best Known For
Porcelain Veneers, Sedation Dentistry, Emergency Dentistry, Dentures
Business Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday(Today) | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Reviews
Smyleee Rating
Rated
83 reviews
Smyleee Rating reflects verified profile signals, reviews, and overall care quality.
Recent Reviews
Extremely friendly and easy to work with! Their work is good and they have high quality equipment. Would easily recommend to friends and family.
Great staff, very professional. And a very presentable work environment. Looking forward to coming back and telling others about my experience
Loved the service, cleanliness, full explanation of issues with offered solutions/treatment with no pressure. Been at different dental offices, but they seemed scare to help, so made my issues worse. Here, I loved the dentist attention to detail and that he knew what to do without me asking if he could please do this or that. I believe the prices❤️ were pretty good too. So far so good. Also loved supporting a young Dentist and staff.
Due to family issues I hadn't seen a dentist regularly for some years. I made it a point in 2026 that I was going to make my health a priority. After having my first physical exam in years I finally decided to see the dentist. I was quite apprehensive and filled with anxiety. I did a Google search of dentists in my area and carefully read the reviews. Bixby Hill Dental had the best reviews. So as my hands were shaking I picked up my phone and made an appointment. I must say the excellent ratings for Bixby Hill Dental lived up to the reviews. Dr. Chima and his staff are phenomenal. They are friendly, knowledgeable and patient. His office assistant Noah explains in detail the work that is recommended by Dr. Chima and what your insurance covers and what additional charges may incur. His hygienist Kim is excellent as well. I like the fact they don't try to sell you on doing procedures you don't really need. The office is modern, clean with a relaxing atmosphere. They do their best to make you feel comfortable. I had to have a crown, some fillings and a tooth extraction. Due to Dr.Chima's skill, care and professionalism I no longer have anxiety about going to the dentist. I have already scheduled an appointment for my next cleaning. Dr. Chima is my dentist for life. A big thumbs up for Bixby Hill Dental.
I've had a boatload of dental work over the years and truly wish i'd been seeing Dr. Chima the whole time. What a lovely team he has assembled with Kim and Noah holding it down and Dr. Chima giving me a super crown to replace the not super one I had before. So professional but also so chill. Very very reasonable prices and great work. I walked out of their office knowing that it was my luck to have found them and feeling lucky after needing dental work is not usually my go to. Thanks Bixby Hill Dental, ya'll the GOAT.
I had a really great experience at Bixby Hill Dental. The staff was incredibly kind and welcoming from the moment I walked in, and the office itself was very clean and comfortable. DR. Chima was knowledgeable, thorough, and took the time to explain everything clearly, which I really appreciated. My appointment started right on time, which made the whole visit feel smooth and well organized. I also brought my toddler (and his big sister) with me, and they were very accommodating and patient, which made a huge difference. Overall, everyone was just genuinely nice, and I’m really happy with the work they did on my teeth. I would definitely recommend Bixby Hill Dental to anyone looking for a positive dental experience.
Dr. Chima and the staff were superb! It was my very first visit, and they made me feel welcome right away—very friendly and family-like. The office was very clean and pleasant. They truly listened to me, were very informative, and I’m extremely happy with the treatment plan Dr. Chima came up with to keep my smile bright and healthy. 10s across the board! I highly recommend them if you’re looking for a great dental practitioner!
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