Dental Crowns & Bridges in San Rafael

At D Street Dental Group in San Rafael, crown cost depends on the tooth, the material we choose, and whether the tooth needs a root canal or buildup first. Dr. Steve Truman, DDS, gives you a clear, itemized estimate before treatment starts, so there are no surprises at checkout. Members of the D is for Dental plan receive 20% off restorative & major work. Call (415) 453-0744 if you want to talk it through.

With good hygiene and regular checkups, crowns and bridges commonly last many years. How long depends on the material, how hard you bite or grind, and how well you clean the edge where the crown meets the tooth. Dr. Steve Truman, DDS, checks every crown at your routine visits at D Street Dental Group and will recommend a nightguard if grinding is shortening its life.

A filling repairs smaller damage. A crown caps and protects a tooth when too much structure is lost, for example after a fracture, a root canal, or extensive decay, because a large filling in a weak tooth tends to break. Dr. Steve Truman, DDS, at D Street Dental Group recommends the most conservative option that will actually hold up, and shows you the tooth on screen so you can see why.

Getting a crown is done with local anesthetic, so you should not feel pain during the appointment. Mild sensitivity to cold or pressure for a few days afterward is normal while the tooth settles. If dental visits make you anxious, D Street Dental Group offers nitrous oxide and a comfort menu. Dr. Steve Truman, DDS, checks your bite before you leave so the new crown feels like your own tooth.

A bridge anchors to the neighboring teeth and is often the faster route, but it requires reshaping those teeth. An implant replaces the missing root without touching the neighbors, protects the bone underneath, and tends to last longer. Dr. Steve Truman, DDS, at D Street Dental Group in San Rafael walks you through the trade-offs for your specific tooth, including cost and timeline, before you decide.