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.

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.

So far have only had exam and appointment for what they can do for me, I have never in my life been…read morethis happy with any dentist or doctors office. I am still waiting for my appointment to get implants which I'm scared, anxious, excited and appreciative. I will be back to review how that all goes

Dr. Pechak and his team are excellent! I had my wisdom teeth removed here and it was absolutely…read morepainless. Dr. Pechak was gentle, efficient, and kind. The dental assistant was also really sweet and really helped calm my dental anxiety. I recommend this place to everyone!

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!

Five Stars - Truly Life-Changing Smile!…read more I cannot thank Dr. Melhem and the team at Carmel Family Dental enough for the amazing transformation they achieved with my Daughters smile! She had some gaps and discoloration that made her feel self-conscious, after her Orthodontic treatment. Dr. Melhem recommended the BioClear bonding treatment as a same-day fix that wouldn't require any removal of her natural tooth structure. From start to finish, the experience was outstanding. Dr. Melhem explained every step in detail, answered all my questions with patience, and made sure my Daughter and I both felt completely comfortable. The treatment itself was quick, painless, and the results were immediate. The difference is incredible - her teeth now look smooth, even, and natural (you can see the before and after photos!). The material blended perfectly with her natural teeth color, and her smile looks brighter and healthier than I ever imagined possible. The office is warm and welcoming, the staff is friendly and professional, and you can tell they truly care about their patients. I'm so grateful for Dr. Melhem's expertise and artistry - this is more than dental work, it's confidence restored! If you're considering BioClear or any cosmetic dental work, I cannot recommend Dr. Melhem and Carmel Family Dental enough. You'll be in the best hands.

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

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 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

I am beyond happy with Dr May, he did 2 fillings today, but he is also designing my top teeth for…read moreimplants and figured out how I can keep my own bottom teeth Extremely nice people in the office I highly recommend Dr May

Dr. May is probably the most personable dentist I've ever met! He explained what should be done in…read morethe future so well. I thoroughly enjoyed my appointment today. Wow...did I just say I enjoyed going to the dentist? I look forward to my next appointment and highly recommend this dental group to anyone seeking excellent care!

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.

Bottom line: After more than a decade with this practice, I'm now considering finding a new…read moredentist's office. I've been a patient here for over 10 years, starting back when Dr. Oh owned the practice. Even after it transitioned to Dr. Drais, I stayed because the prior office manager, Patty, and her team were fantastic. They were organized, followed up on billing and estimates promptly, and always called ahead if appointments changed. Unfortunately, since Patty left, the service has gone downhill. For my most recent procedure, I had to repeatedly follow up just to get an estimate -- which I didn't receive until days before the appointment. That was frustrating but not a deal breaker. The deal breaker was showing up for a crown appointment only to be told it had been canceled. The staff insisted I should have received a text, but no such message ever arrived. They told me they would add a "notation" to my account so that I would get a phone call in the future. In other words, phone calls for cancellations are no longer the norm -- only texts, unless you request otherwise. Call me old-fashioned, but when a dental procedure costs thousands of dollars and requires me to take time off work, I expect a phone call ahead of time if it's canceled. That's basic professionalism.

Dr. Drais is not a dental professional, he is a mere mechanician. I went to his office for the…read morefirst time just for cleaning, which was done by a very professional dental hygienist , I was satisfied by the quality of work she has done. At the same time, I felt like Dr. Drais would do anything to charge you money. After the cleaning, the hygienists notice that an infection in a tooth that had a root canal, at the exam Dr. Drais said it is an infection but didn't prescribe an anti-biotic as he should have. Instead, he sent me back to Dr. Meckler who charged me 270 $ just to prescribe a 2.70 $ Amoxicillin, and he said I will need to do apicoectomy, which usually does not fix the problem. When I called Dr. Drais to tell them that I wanted the tooth extracted and prepped for an implant. they joyfully jumped on the opportunity, which let me doubt the professionalism of this Dr. One thing is sure, at his office, you won't have a medical opinion. Seek it elsewhere.