Convenient Access from Loma Linda
Health care runs through daily life in Loma Linda, and the dental side of it is a 9-minute drive west. Spring Hills Family Dentistry is a private family practice in Grand Terrace, and two of its five doctors trained at Loma Linda University. For students, hospital staff, retirees and young families searching for a dentist in Loma Linda, CA, that local connection often makes the choice easy.
Start at City Hall in the Civic Center, 25541 Barton Rd, and use Loma Linda Drive to reach Barton Rd. Head west for about 1.9 miles; past the city line the same road becomes Washington Street in Colton. After roughly 0.8 mile, Cooley Drive curves you back onto Barton Rd, and you continue west into Grand Terrace. All told it is about 4.4 miles, with no freeway, no tolls and only one road name change worth noticing.
Coming from the east, you pass Preston Street and find us before Mt. Vernon Ave, a short walk from Grand Terrace City Hall and the county library branch at 22795 Barton Rd. The office address is 22737 Barton Rd Unit 12, Grand Terrace, CA 92313. Our listing on Google Maps shows the location and lets you start directions in one tap.
The drive passes close to Reche Canyon, whose northern end touches the city, and runs through a corner of Colton; both have their own pages with local directions.
A Practice That Fits a Health-Care Town
Medicine shapes Loma Linda more than almost anything else, starting with LLU, a health-sciences university whose eight schools include a School of Dentistry. Its medical center opened in 1905 and today operates as a Level I trauma center for adults and children, and its children's hospital serves young patients across a huge part of the state. The Jerry L. Pettis Memorial Veterans' Hospital on Benton Street adds another major employer.
All of that creates a population with unusual schedules. Nurses, residents, therapists, researchers and students often work nights, weekends or long rotations, and roughly six in ten households rent rather than own. Many people arrive for a degree or a residency and stay for years, which means they need a dentist they can keep.
Our hours are built with that in mind. Fridays begin at 7:30 AM for anyone who wants a cleaning before a shift, and Wednesday and Thursday appointments run until 7 PM for those finishing late. Monday and Tuesday hours are 8 AM to 6 PM, and Saturday availability is handled by phone.
The city itself has a long, gentle history. It began in the late 1800s as Mound City, a resort development encouraged by the railroad, and its Spanish name means "beautiful hill." It incorporated in 1970 and now covers about 7.6 square miles in San Bernardino County, bordered by San Bernardino, Redlands and Colton.
Long Lives and Lasting Teeth in Loma Linda
In 2004 the city was named one of five Blue Zones in the world, places known for residents who live unusually long lives. A long life is a strong argument for protecting natural teeth. The habits that keep a mouth healthy at 40 are the same ones that let people keep chewing comfortably at 90.
Gum health sits at the center of that effort. Periodontal disease is a major cause of tooth loss in older adults, and research has tied it to heart disease and diabetes. Our article on how periodontal health impacts your overall wellness explains those connections in plain language, which health-care workers in particular tend to appreciate.
When gums do need treatment, care stays in one building. Our periodontal surgeon offers deep cleanings, LANAP® laser therapy and implant placement, and CBCT 3D imaging helps him plan each step. Patients who already have implants need the same regular maintenance visits as natural teeth.
Outdoor time helps too. The lighted walking track and courts at Hulda Crooks Park, a 19.6-acre city park on Mountain View Avenue, draw walkers of every age, and the South Hills open space reserve covers the southern third of the city. Staying active and keeping regular checkups go hand in hand.
Specialty and Family Care for Patients Seeking a Dentist in Loma Linda, CA
Periodontics
Gum disease treatment, maintenance cleanings and LANAP® laser therapy are handled by a surgeon with an MS and periodontics training from LLU. Longtime residents who want to keep their own teeth benefit most.
Dental Implants
From a single implant to an All-on-X arch, planning and surgery take place in our office. A 3D scan maps the bone before any work begins.
Endodontics
A board-certified endodontist trained at Boston University performs root canals here. Busy clinicians can save an aching tooth without hunting for a separate specialist.
Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings and exams on early-morning or evening slots fit around rotations and class schedules. Regular visits keep small problems from turning into emergencies mid-semester.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening and porcelain veneers help students and new graduates feel confident before interviews and white-coat ceremonies. Each plan starts with a shade consultation.
Meet Your Grand Terrace Dental Team
Dr. Justin Kim earned his DDS at the LLU School of Dentistry and is known for a calm, patient-first approach. Dr. Omran Zeino holds a DDS, a periodontics and implant surgery certificate and an MS from the same university, and he was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon in 2015.
Insurance & Financing
We accept most PPO plans, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Delta Dental. Patients managing gum disease without insurance can join the Kleer® Perio plan, which includes 30% off procedures and no annual maximum. CareCredit and our financing partners can spread the cost of implants or other larger treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Spring Hills Family Dentistry from Loma Linda, and how do I get there?
City Hall sits about 4.4 miles from our office, roughly a 9-minute drive. Head west on Barton Rd, which becomes Washington Street in Colton, then follow Cooley Drive back onto Barton Rd into Grand Terrace. Hospital staff and students looking for a dentist in Loma Linda, CA, can make the whole trip on that single corridor.
Can medical center and VA staff on rotating shifts find appointments that fit?
Yes, the schedule includes both early and late options. Fridays open at 7:30 AM, and Wednesday and Thursday hours stretch to 7 PM, which suits people heading into or coming off a shift at the medical center or the VA hospital on Benton Street. Rush hour on Barton Rd adds a few minutes.
Did any of your dentists study at the university in town?
Yes, two of them did. Dr. Justin Kim earned his DDS at the LLU School of Dentistry, and Dr. Omran Zeino completed a DDS there, followed by a periodontics and implant surgery certificate and a master's degree. Both now treat patients at our Grand Terrace office, a short drive west along Barton Rd.
Why does gum health matter so much for older adults in a Blue Zone city?
Gum disease is a major cause of tooth loss later in life, so it matters more the longer you live. Residents who expect long lives usually want their natural teeth to last just as long. Regular periodontal maintenance, plus LANAP® laser therapy when pockets deepen, helps protect the bone that holds teeth in place.
Does the office see Loma Linda children, or only adults?
Children of every age are welcome, since this is a family practice. Kids from birth through age 13 can join the Kleer® Child Complete plan for cleanings, exams and x-rays. Most local students attend Redlands Unified schools, with the western edge in Colton Joint Unified, and siblings from either district can be booked back to back.
Schedule Your Visit from Loma Linda
Anyone weighing a dentist in Loma Linda, CA, against a quick drive west on Barton Rd will find our whole team ready to help. Call 909-498-7530 to book a visit, see every city on our areas we serve page, or get to know the practice through our Dentist Grand Terrace, CA homepage.