This office has done a lot to alleviate my longstanding dental phobia. First of all, the lobby is…read moresuper soothing and spa-like, with a coastal vibe, and they have a bunch of choices of tea or Nespresso. When you get to the chair, they'll have sunglasses for you so the lights aren't in your face, and if you are having a long procedure, you can watch a video of your choosing. But more importantly, the dentists (I've seen Dr. Simonsen and Dr. Melhem both) are kind, gentle, and thorough. I had two crowns, my first ever, a few years ago, and I was VERY nervous, since I have had previous fillings and extractions with inadequate anesthesia. The office has a long and detailed questionnaire where you can identify your triggers and they offer you ways to ameliorate them. I started feeling the work partway through and Dr. Simonsen stopped to re-numb me, instead of carrying on like dentists I've had in the past. They also offered breaks, and got me a ball from the prize chest to squeeze so I wouldn't maul my palms. The hygienists, Alison and Lisa, are also both great. Friendly, gentle, and detail oriented. They'll get you sparkling clean without making your mouth sore. I actually don't dread going for a cleaning!

Such a wonderful and warm experience from start to finish. I felt so comfortable, in an often…read morenervous and awkward experience, to explain my previous dental work and to also being open to the work needing to be done. I'm so grateful I researched which dental office I wanted to go to instead of choosing the nearest one towards me. Sweet and beautiful ladies all around and I'm genuinely looking forward to future visits :)

I was in search for a new dentist and came across Central Coast Dental Care. Decided on this…read moreoffice, in part due to my insurance coverage but also because of the good Yelp rating. Scheduling was pretty easy. I was able to schedule a new patient exam appointment online within a week timeframe. Once booked you receive a confirmation via email, and will most likely receive a confirmation call the day before as well. The dental office is located in a small plaza with plenty of lot parking spaces. I was welcomed with a friendly greeting and given a few new patient forms to be filled out. The entire office is friendly and knowledgeable. Appreciated the communication from everyone - front desk receptionists, the X-ray tech, Dr. Sharma, and the dental hygienist. Yup - I lucked out! They happened to have an opening for a cleaning so I was able to get both my exam and cleaning performed on the same day. Glad to have found a great, new dental office!

I've been going to the Seaside office since 2017 and have had numerous crowns, onlays, fillings,…read moreplus a root canal. The technicians cleaning the teeth are good, but for dental work stay away. I've had problems with onlays and crowns falling off, the most recent crown right before Thanksgiving 2025. When I went back to re-cement the lower crown, the dentist noted that it was "the wrong kind of cement. See how it's flaking off," he said to the assistant. Then they left me in the dentist chair for about 40 minutes, and the office manager came in with a card reader, and presented a bill for $250 to reattach the crown. "Didn't I just have this crown put on?" I asked. She told me it was an old crown, done in 2017, so it wasn't covered. Since we were going into a four-day weekend I relented, but when I got home I went through my dental records - that crown was only 22 months old, so I felt I was misinformed. But the worst part is that I was sitting in the dental chair for almost 2 hours, listening to the grinding and filing in the next room. Yet I did have an appointment. And after that tortuous visit, the newly attached crown still felt too high, painfully pressing on the molar above it, because the harried dentist didn't have time to ensure a proper fit. Meanwhile, 5 weeks after being reattached, the crown has already fallen off, but I won't be going back to Central Coast Dental. end

Hands down the best dentist I have ever been to! Not only is their office extremely clean and up to…read moredate, but everyone is just so freakin nice! From the front desk staff to the doctor himself, they are all great. We just moved to Monterey a year ago and I have been to this office twice. The first time I was pregnant so they couldn't do X-rays. The cleaning I got was thorough and I left feeling great. I just went in for my cleaning today and everyone was great! They all asked how my new baby was which was nice. The dentist. Seriously, the most gentle I've ever been to. He is so delicate but you can tell he's still doing the work that needs to be done. Some dentists just don't care and are so rough. I've left other offices with my gums so sore and bleeding because the dentist wasn't gentile. Not the case here. So, if this office is in your network I suggest you come!

Been here for 10 years. Love the dentists here. Great service by providers…read more Scheduling is easy with lots of reminders

For anyone looking for a dentist in network with the new insurance…read more.. Dr Kim James on 880 Cass has been AMAZING! We're only here another month and they got me in IMMEDIATELY for new patient X-rays and eval. I knew I needed some work done and have been able to make all 3 appointments before leaving. The staff are all incredible. They address you by first name when you walk in the door when I had been there only once before. Everyone I have come into contact with at the office has gone above and beyond to help out. I always have a million questions about what they are doing or using and they gladly explain everything to me. If you need work done, the front desk will give you the exact price of what to expect instead of the run around. They also do her best to get you the best price possible and is very knowledgeable about insurance and what tricare will cover. I even got a personal phone call from Dr. James himself a few hours after my last appointment to make sure my pain was under control. I honestly can't say enough good things about this office and I wish I had found them at the beginning of our Monterey move!

This is probably one of the most awful experiences I've ever had in my entire life with regards to…read morevisiting a dentist. Not only is the dentist grossly over performing things that are completely unnecessary, but he ruined my wife's teeth because we believed the medical care he suggested was necessary. His bills are extra extraordinary costing in the thousands for minor Dental work whereas other local dentists barely reach hundreds for the same exact work the quotes they give you for the cost of service before and after are two wildly different things. AVOID AT ALL COST!!

Finding a good dentist, hygienist and front desk staff can be a challenge. I have an excellent,…read moretalented dentist; Dr. Bianco! I always am anxious and very nervous going to the dentist appt but she performs her work so effortless, calm and she is extremely skilled. Jennifer and Dee are exceptional as well. If you are in need for the best...Dr. Bianco will exceed your expectations! Her team is 5 Star and so caring. I look forward to my return appointments as I know I am in very good hands! Thank you Dr Bianco for your care and always making me feel like a VIP! Sincerely, Tim

Always prompt, always kind and respectful, always pleasant, always efficient and professional. 20 +…read moreyears of excellent care and management

Great dentist and staff with the latest equipment and reasonable prices. Highly recommendread more

New to the area. Chose Sottosanti in late 2020. Insurance department failed to check my double…read morecoverage before doing x-rays and I ended up paying for them out of pocket. Had they checked coverage they could have waited a couple of months and my insurance would have covered the x-rays. Poor service on their part, only looking out for their financial gains. Sorry, won't go back as they blew it.

Great office, team works well together, Dr. Lehr is a great caregiver......I was visiting from out…read moreof town, chipped Molar, they worked me in and took great care of me. Thanks!

Dr Lehr said his staff are friendly and helpful and seem to run an efficient office. I had a great…read moreexperience with my consultation and do wish I had come in earlier. Getting through to the front desk was a bit difficult, but not impossible. Parking is easy. The office is clean and has a Keurig machine and magazines in the waiting area. Wait time was not too long. After the initial visit and exam, I scheduled my cleaning and a chat with the doctor about plans to move forward. It will be an additional visit to complete work, though Dr. Lehr did ask if this would work for my schedule. Overall it seems like a great office, though I am still a bit leery after my husband's insurance issue.

They closed . I tried to make appointment and no answer on phone. Website doesn't work. Phone line…read morebusy. I drove there and it was vacant.

I was very pleased to find out they take Delta dental. Beautiful location and friendly staff! I…read morerecommend this dentist office to those with delta & to everyone in general. Thank you Dr. Chauhan

We have been patients of Dr. Carl since we moved to Marina in 2018. I'm so glad we found his…read morepractice because not only do love Dr. Carl, we LOVE his staff. Everyone is so friendly and professional. We actually look forward to going to the dentist! A few years ago, our son was attending UC Santa Barbara. He was riding his bike to school to clean out his lab before the Thanksgiving break when he was struck by a car (hit and run!). In addition to some scrapes and bruises, three of his front teeth were broken. Our son did not want to walk around with broken front teeth so he called Dr. Carl's office right away to see if he could get in ASAP. It was 2 days before Thanksgiving and Dr. Carl was leaving early for the holiday. Dr. Carl's office said if he could get to the office before 2pm, he could work on him. Our son did his best to get there on time, but he ended up arriving at 3PM. Dr. Carl waited until he got there and fixed his teeth that day! We were so grateful.

He always changes appointments at the last minute. Do yourself a favor find someone else.read more

I had excellent service throughout my Invisalign journey. They were very accommodating for…read moreappointments which was helpful since I'm only in the area to see my family at certain times. The Invisalign worked great and I was able to submit photos of my teeth through the app where they can review my progress and approve me to the next tray. This was a huge benefit for me since I didn't have to come in each time. A super friendly office all around and made for a very enjoyable experience. I highly recommend them...

I've been here for cleanings, fillings, and in the process of Invisalign…read more Front waiting room is nice, desk staff is always friendly and fast, the medical staff is great, and the docs are top notch. When I arrive, I don't wait have to longer than 2 minutes before being seen. I love a place with lots of windows. Also, good covid awareness and procedures.