Sutherland, Steven, Dds - Long Beach Dental Arts

Dr Nadi was excellent. I'll say this: I was impressed at the fact that so much work got done in one visit... that the crowns were made on-site and that they FIT, FIRST TIME! I am also impressed at Dr Nadi's gentle approach to me (a new and somewhat hostile patient) she defused me very well. You'll see me back in March for a bridge and lower denture. :) more

I finally found a dentist that is up to date with the times. Why is it that every other dentist I went to seemed to come from the 1920's? This office has new technology and uses modern techniques. The doctor was very nice and thourough in his examination. The staff was friendly and answered all of my questions. The best thing was that I dont have a lot of time to take off work, so when my tooth broke and I needed to have it fixed they were able to fix it the same day! I didnt have to come back weeks later to get the crown finished like my last dentist. Now my mouth is all back in one piece. Thanks so much! more

The staff is kind and caring, always making sure I am comfortable and willing to answer all of my questions. The procedures were performed professionally and painless Thank you for making me smile again. After years of hiding my smile with my hand, for the first time I have confidence, and people keep asking if Ive lost weight or changed my hair! Little do they know the difference a smile can make. Thank you for giving me a new start. more

After moving here, I tried many dentists in the Long Beach area with both HMO and PPO insurance. I am picky. After visiting a couple of dirty and rude places I came here. I also had a negative attitude to begin with, after the dentist told me all of my dental problems (their job, by the way) and how they can be improved. I was starting to get some pain in my back teeth. They scheduled me immediately when I said I was in pain. Their pictures clearly showed the cracks in my teeth due to a life time of fillings. I had to get a couple of root canals, which cost me about $30 each. The crowns were a fortune, but they are expensive everywhere. There is no such thing as a cheap crown. I didn't get the expensive ceramic crowns, like they recommended. They told me the full crowns would cause probelm at the gum line. I thought they were trying to make more money. They were right, though. I wish I had listened and not felt like they were scamming me (obviously I am not the only one who got the impression). They said that I would need crowns on more molars soon, and I felt scammed and went to a PPO dentist recommended by a friend. I developed pain in another molar, and that dentist told me it was due to clinching teeth. When I had extreme pain he said it would cost $2000 to fix. I came back to LB Dental arts. Much better. They know what they are doing. I got the more expensive ceramic crown this time and it so comfortable that I wish I had done that before. No problems at all. Long Beach Dental Arts are so popular their office has trippled in size. Now the wait is not as long as it used to be, and they will always work around my schedule and change appointments at the last minute if I have a conflict. Thay are very friendly and it is very obvious that they want to save my teeth. I have compared prices. There isn't much difference with the HMO dentists. The prices are set by the insurance companies. That is a different story. The x-rays and pictures never cost me anything. If I am uncomfortable, they will adjust. They work with my schedule and are great for my child as well. The office is open until 7:30 so I dont have to take off work. The happy people dont seem to comment here much, obviously, but dont go in with a negative attitude by reading all of the other comments. Believe me, I have seen many dentists in the area, and probably over 20 offices in my adult life - with insurance (both HMO and PPO) and without insurance. Thiss place is one of the best, if not the best, that I have ever experienced. I am very happy with Long Beach Dental Arts. Give them a try, and dont let the pictures or their announcemnt of your problems shock you. They have state of the art equipment and they do know what they are doing. more

Everyone was really nice, Ashley was a great help. The fact that she is empowered and can use discretion in decision making had a real difference in keeping me as a long term customer. As a consumer it is important to feel that you are working with us, not against us. Dental procedures are expensive but it helps when the staff can empathize with the patients. more

Quick. Painless. Staff professional. Need I say more.... more

Nice place , great dentist, friendly people more

Completely professional, yet super friendly and caring more

I enjoy being a patient and feel that my dental health needs are not just my priority but theirs too! more

Five star rating.........cant get much better. more

ALL OF THE PERSONNEL WERE VERY PROFESSIONAL AND NICE more

The technology of this office is amazing. This just shows how far dentistry has come since the old days where they used equipment you see in a horror films. They also take the time to explain everything, and do so in a very understandable manner. It's not a short ""you have a cavity, you need a filling"" it's a full explanation of what's happening, why, what will happen if left untreated, what procedures are available and the pros/cons of each of them, and so on. It made me feel much more comfortable to know that they're so knowledgeable and willing to explain everything. In short, I think this is the first dentist I've ever had where I feel like something more than an income stream. They actually care about my health and work to keep my out of the office (except for regular check-ups and cleanings, of course). more

Mario was professional and informative. A refreshing change for this office. more

Initial contact good, questions answered in profession manner more

Everything is fine and your services and staff are number one!! Keep it up!!!! more

Dr. Sutherland was very open and candid about treatment and options. Ms. Bailie was very helpful with scheduling and financial options. more

Everyone was very friendly and made me feel at ease. more

The dealership personnel was awesome and reasonable with communication. They gave me a realistic view of what my options were. more

The doctor was excellent. I’ll say this: I was impressed at the fact that so much work got done in one visit…that the crowns were made on-site and that they FIT, FIRST TIME! I also impressed at the doctors gentle approach to me, a new and somewhat hostile patient – she defused me very well. As long as you understand that I forthright and honest and expect to be dealt with in the same manner, we will be a good fit. You’ll see me back in January for the rest of my work. more

I really liked the friendly and caring staff at this office. All around a great experience for something that nobody ever really wants to have to do. more