A Tooth Replacement Built to Last
If you live in Santa Venetia and are missing a tooth, dental implant care is closer than you might think. From the Civic Center, North San Pedro Road carries you to Highway 101 and a short stretch south into San Rafael, where D Street Dental Group sits at 1099 D Street, so each visit in the process is a quick trip rather than a day out.
A missing tooth is more than a gap you can see. It changes the way you chew, lets neighboring teeth drift out of position, and over the years can quietly thin the bone in your jaw. A dental implant addresses all of that by rebuilding the tooth from the root up, not just the part that shows when you smile.
The implant itself is a small titanium post set into the jawbone, where it fuses with the bone to form a solid anchor. A custom crown, shaded to your natural teeth, is fitted on top. The finished result looks, feels, and works like a real tooth, and it remains one of the most predictable, durable ways to replace one in modern dentistry.
Who Dental Implants Are Right For
An implant may be a strong fit if you are:
- Missing a single tooth, several teeth, or looking for a steadier alternative to a denture
- Wanting a replacement that stays put without slipping, clicking, or needing adhesive
- Tired of a gap that gets in the way of your bite, your speech, or your confidence
- Hoping to keep your remaining teeth from shifting and protect your jaw from bone loss
And if another office has told you there is not enough bone to work with, that is not always the final word. The honest way to know is an evaluation, which is where Dr. Steve begins every case.
What to Expect
- Consultation & digital exam We study the site with digital X-rays, talk through your health and history, and lay out a clear plan and timeline before any treatment starts.
- Implant placement The titanium post is placed under local anesthetic. Most patients find the visit gentler than they had pictured.
- Healing & integration Over the following weeks to months, the implant fuses with your jawbone, building the permanent foundation the crown will sit on.
- Your custom crown A precision crown, matched to the shade of your smile, is fitted, bringing back full function and appearance.
Serving Santa Venetia
Santa Venetia is one of the closest neighborhoods to our chair, which is a real advantage for implant work since the treatment unfolds across a few visits. We sit at 1099 D Street in San Rafael, a short hop from the Marin County Civic Center along North San Pedro Road and Highway 101. If you live near the Civic Center, McInnis Park, or the Gallinas Creek waterways, you are only minutes away.
To reach us, take North San Pedro Road past the Civic Center to Highway 101, head south a short stretch into San Rafael, and continue to 1099 D Street. We are on the second floor in Suite 206. There is street parking along D Street and the surrounding blocks, plus several public lots a short walk away in downtown San Rafael.
Being this close means a consultation, a placement appointment, and a crown fitting each stay a short trip rather than a project. And you see the same dentist every time, Dr. Steve Truman, who carries your case from first exam to finished work rather than handing you off down a hallway.
Why D Street Dental Group
Dr. Steve Truman
Dr. Steve earned his DDS from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and served as a clinical instructor training first-year dental students. Restorative work, implants, crowns, and full-mouth rebuilds, is the heart of what he does. Every case is planned precisely before treatment begins, and explained clearly so you understand your own mouth better than when you walked in.
Cost & Membership
Implant cost depends on how many teeth you are replacing and any preparatory work, so we give you a clear, itemized estimate before treatment starts. No surprises.
We are out of network for all dental insurance, but our in-house "D is for Dental" membership takes 20% off implant treatment, with flexible in-office payment plans available. See membership plans →
Santa Venetia Implant Questions
How far is D Street Dental Group from Santa Venetia for implant care?
We are practically next door. From Santa Venetia, take North San Pedro Road past the Marin County Civic Center to Highway 101, head south a short stretch into San Rafael, and you reach our office at 1099 D Street, Suite 206. Implant care often takes a few visits, so being this close keeps each appointment a short trip rather than a project.
How much do dental implants cost for Santa Venetia patients?
Cost depends on whether you need a single implant, several implants, or a full-arch restoration, plus any preparatory work. We give you a clear, itemized estimate before treatment begins so there are no surprises. Members of our in-house D is for Dental plan save 20% on implant treatment. Call (415) 453-0744 for a consultation.
Will I see the same dentist for my implant from start to finish?
Yes. Dr. Steve Truman plans and carries your implant case personally, from the first digital exam through placement, healing, and the final crown. You see the same dentist every visit rather than a rotating lineup, which matters on a treatment that unfolds over several appointments.
Am I a candidate for a dental implant?
Most healthy adults with one or more missing teeth are candidates. Adequate jawbone and healthy gums help, and Dr. Steve evaluates this with a digital exam. Even if you have been told elsewhere that you lack enough bone, options may still exist. A short trip down from the Civic Center for a consultation is the way to find out.
Request Your Appointment
Tell us what you need and we'll reach out within one business day. Prefer to talk now? Call (415) 453-0744.
Ready to Replace That Tooth?
New patients from Santa Venetia are always welcome. We'll reach out within one business day.