MONTEREY'S FAVORITE ORTHODONTIST
GET YOUR WOW! SMILE TODAY
Braces can help you get a smile that WOWS!
Schedule your FREE exam in Monterey AND start treatment on the SAME day!
- $0 down
- Quality you can TRUST
- Flexible monthly payments available
- No dentist referral needed
Fill out this simple form and you’ll hear from a member of our WOW! Smiles™ team as soon as possible to schedule your free exam.
5-STAR CARE
Here’s what our WOW!
Patients Say About Us:
Meet
Isic
“It's really nice to be not insecure when I smile. It boosts my confidence!”
Quick and easy to get braces!! Got mine the same day and the installment plan was pretty decent -probably the best I've seen so far.
MARITZA T.
WOW Smiles has been nothing short of efficient, effective; making it a much enjoyable experience for my 10-year-old. They explain everything clearly, they have affordable monthly payments, and you just feel like you are in the right hands. The fact that my daughter always “hated Dentist’s” yet now comes here and says she loves WOW should say it all. I’m excited to get my own teeth fixed next! 🤍🪽🤍
NATALIE K.
Super nice staff. I couldn’t find any local orthodontist in my area that gives me good quality service like they do. So I don’t mind the 2 hour drive. Really worth it. As soon as you walk in, the receptionist are super friendly and so as the rest of the staff. 🙂
YAKELIN O.
Highly recommend WOW Smiles. My daughter transferred to them after we moved and everyone there is very nice and helpful with everything. Getting retainers are a breeze because them make them in office. When my daughter broke one of hers, they got her right in for a new one.
LORI C.
WHY CHOOSE
SMILES?
BECAUSE WE REMOVE THE BARRIERS
Choosing an orthodontist is a big decision and it’s important to pick one that WOWS you. “WOW” sums up everything we do - from our state-of-the-art orthodontic technology, to the experience you’ll enjoy, and the WOW! Smile you’ll see in the mirror! We want you to feel WOWED from the minute you walk in the door!
As a patient of WOW! Smiles™, you can rest assured that we have your very best interest at heart. We believe in making the process of getting the smile you want & deserve easy and fun. Here are just a few things that make us different.
Advanced Technology
Revolutionary Pitts21 Self-ligating braces were designed with you in mind!
They offer:
- GREATER Comfort
- FASTER Results
- A More aesthetically pleasing smile
Payment Flexibility
Finances shouldn’t be an obstacle to a WOW! Smile, so we offer flexible payment options!
- 0% interest financing available
- No large down payment required
- Payments to fit your Family’s budget
- Almost all PPO Insurance plans accepted
Save Time
That means you’ll miss less school and work!
- Start braces at your initial exam
- Faster Treatment Times
- Fewer total visits
We only suggest treatment if necessary and at the most opportune time to achieve the best results!
MEET THE MONTEREY TEAM
At WOW Smiles!, we’re all about good vibes, great smiles, and getting to know you.
Our bilingual team is not just super skilled - they’re also fun, friendly, and love making your visits the best part of your day. From day one, you’ll walk out with a game plan, feel totally in the loop, and know exactly how we’ll help you rock that WOW! smile!
YOU’LL LOVE OUR OFFICE!
Our office is state-of-the-art, clean, fun, bright and warm! You’ll be saying WOW! from the minute you walk through the door!
From the friendly staff, to the comfy chairs and fun colors, we want to WOW! you and make the experience of new braces as fun and easy as possible.
Address
WOW! Smiles™ - Monterey
335 El Dorado St #8
Monterey, CA 93940
Phone Number
(831) 373-3765
MEET YOUR ORTHODONTISTS
Dr. Cheryl L. Held
Dr. Cheryl L. Held is originally from Northern California. She made her way to Missouri where she has worked in her own private practice for over two decades, and she is now excited to return to Northern California to bring her expertise and experience to the WOW! team.
Prior to becoming an orthodontic assistant and then, an orthodontist, Dr. Held worked at The Harker School Summer Camp in California for 10 consecutive summers. It was here where Dr. Held determined that orthodontics would be a career in which she would be passionate - helping people, working with children and adults, being challenged, using science and math, and working puzzles.
After attending the University of California at Davis and earning her Bachelor of Science degree, Dr. Held attended the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco where she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. At Saint Louis University Center for Advanced Dental Education, she earned her Master of Science degree in orthodontics. She married her husband in Carmel, so she feels a strong connection to the area.
Dr. Held’s goal for the patient experience is WOWing her patients! She & the WOW! Smiles team are here to create a fun, efficient, and comfortable treatment process and an exquisite result.
During her free time, Dr. Held loves to spend time with her husband: watching movies, following Cardinals baseball and 49ers football, participating in community events, playing games, flying kites, and relaxing. She also enjoys singing, exercising, music, and collecting spoons.
Dr. Rael Bernstein
Dr. Bernstein was born and raised in South Africa and attended the prestigious Wits Dental School, where he finished at the top of his class. He then completed his orthodontic specialty residency at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
After his residency, he accepted a university fellowship position, where he became a clinical assistant professor in the orthodontic department.
He yearned for a climate similar to South Africa and decided to relocate to Southern California, where he met his wife, Debbie, also a dental specialist.
He opened his first orthodontic practice shortly after.
Dr. Bernstein is committed to excellence in orthodontics. He has lectured nationally on self-ligation and early interception treatment to other orthodontists and dentists. He strives to provide the latest and greatest to all of his patients in a friendly, upbeat atmosphere.
In his spare time, Dr. Bernstein enjoys racing go-karts, working out, snowboarding in winter, and devoting himself to his wife and two daughters.
Insurance & Finances
WOW! Smiles was founded on the idea that everyone deserves a beautiful, confident smile. That means that finances shouldn’t be an obstacle to reaching that smile or enjoying great orthodontic care. The total cost of braces varies depending on treatment complexity and type. Many patients are pleasantly surprised to learn that here at WOW! Smiles we are able to make Orthodontic Treatment and getting braces more affordable than they expected.
Get a wide range of financing options for braces, including:
- 0% interest financing
- No large down payment required
- Flexible monthly payments to fit your family’s budget
- Most PPO insurance plans accepted
- A Referral Program to skip a Payment when you refer your friends
HOW MUCH DO BRACES COST?
The cost of treatment will vary depending on treatment complexity and type but most braces are in the $6000 range for standard treatment. Our Treatment Coordinator will work with you to find an option that best suits you and will help guide you through each step of the orthodontic treatment process.
For your convenience, we accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. We also offer an online account management service to easily make payments and keep track of your appointments.
ORTHODONTIC INSURANCE
Our office makes every effort to make orthodontic treatment affordable and accessible, which means working with your insurance plan to maximize coverage. We accept most PPO Insurance Plans and will file claims on your behalf.
Please make sure you provide us will all your insurance information prior to your first visit, so we can verify how much your plan will cover.
If you have any questions, please ask us. Our financial team stays up-to-date on insurance policy changes and can answer any questions you may have.
outstanding orthodontics FOR ALL AGES
BRACES FOR KIDS
Early evaluations = fewer problems later.
The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends that all children between the ages of 7 and 8 have an initial orthodontic screening. Early assessment helps identify and correct potential issues while kids jaws are still developing and adult teeth are coming in. An Orthodontist is looking for different things than your pediatric dentist. As permanent teeth come in, bite or jaw issues often get worse—not better. You should check in with an Orthodontist around the time the Tooth Fairy is visiting on a regular basis!
With our WOW! Growth Guidance Program, we monitor your child’s smile as they grow—offering early guidance if treatment is needed - all at no cost to you!
Benefits of early care:
- Monitor space as larger teeth come in
- Track jaw and bite development
- Prevent future alignment issues
- Support for parents every step of the way
- Improved self-esteem at an earlier age
- X-Rays of whole mouth - sometimes, at this age, issues aren’t visible
Most children won’t need early treatment but it’s important to catch things early if they do!
That’s why we make these early-care checks FREE to ensure your child’s smile grows as beautifully as they do!
BRACES & INVISALIGN FOR TEENS
Smiles that fit their style.
Ages 11–15 are the most common time to start braces. Whether your teen wants to go bold or stay low-key, we’ve got options. Traditional braces?...They’re SO last century!
The most POPULAR choice for teens are Pitts21 self-ligating braces.
They offer:
- Faster Treatment
- Fewer visits
- More comfortable than traditional braces
- The option to add fun band COLORS to customize your look for more style, if you want
Other Options:
- Invisalign Teen® – clear, comfortable, removable
- Clear21 – Clear Braces with self-litigating features available at WOW! Smiles
We know your schedule is jam-packed so we focus on fewer appointments and faster results. WOW! Smiles makes orthodontics easy—for both teens and parents.
BRACES & INVISALIGN FOR ADULTS
It’s never too late to love your smile.
More adults than ever are choosing orthodontic treatment—and we make it comfortable and convenient.
Adult options include:
- Pitts21 self-ligating braces for faster, gentler movement
- Invisalign® clear aligners
- Clear21 for a more discreet look
- No unnecessary treatment. No uncomfortable systems. Just flexible options, short visits, and smiles that WOW!
Am I too old for orthodontic treatment?
Never! Age is no barrier to orthodontic treatment. You deserve to have a beautiful, confident smile at ANY age!
Healthy teeth can be straightened no matter your age. Options like clear aligners and ceramic braces make adult treatment discreet and effective, but modern braces are so cool that many patients opt for our Pitts21 brackets! Treatment times are now faster and adults see improved oral health benefits.
Schedule your free consultation with WOW! Smiles™ to learn more about your options for braces. Start your WOW! Smiles™ Journey Today! We look forward to talking to you and helping you get the smile you deserve with new braces!
REQUEST YOUR FREE CONSULTATION TODAY!
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PROUDLY SERVING MONTEREY & THE SURROUNDING MONTEREY COUNTY!
Come Visit our Office in Monterey! We are proud to serve patients throughout Monterey County, including the communities of Monterey, Carmel, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Del Monte Forest, Carmel Valley, Del Rey Oaks, Seaside, Sand City, Marina and beyond.