Care When You Need It Now
If you are in San Anselmo with a tooth that suddenly turned urgent, you are a short drive from help. From the Hub, Red Hill Avenue runs east and becomes Fourth Street through the Miracle Mile into downtown San Rafael, where we hold same-day slots open Monday through Thursday at 1099 D Street. A throbbing ache, a tooth broken at dinner, a crown that came loose, these do not wait for a convenient morning, and neither do we.
The single most useful thing you can do is simple: call (415) 453-0744 as early in the day as you can. The sooner we hear from you, the better the odds we can see you the same day, settle the pain, and lay out a clear plan to fix what is actually wrong.
Emergencies We See Often
- Severe or lingering toothaches that keep you up at night
- Broken, cracked, or knocked-out teeth
- Crowns or fillings that came loose or fell out
- Swelling, abscesses, or sore, inflamed gums
- An injury or blow to the mouth
If you are not sure whether your situation counts, call anyway. We would rather talk it through and point you in the right direction than have you wait it out and hope.
What to Expect
- Call us first Phone (415) 453-0744 first thing. We listen, sort out how urgent it is, and reserve a same-day slot when one fits.
- A quick, focused exam When you arrive, we look at the area, often with a digital X-ray, to find the real cause without guesswork.
- Pain relief and stabilization We ease the discomfort and steady the tooth right away, so you can breathe easier before anything else.
- A plan you understand We walk you through your options and give you an itemized estimate, then schedule any follow-up care that is needed.
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. Because his focus is restorative dentistry, an emergency does not end at pain relief. He settles the immediate problem first, then fixes the underlying cause so the repair holds. You see the same dentist who learns your history, not a rotating roster.
Serving San Anselmo
For San Anselmo households, the drive to urgent care is one you already know. From the Hub, Red Hill Avenue runs east and becomes Fourth Street, carrying you along the Miracle Mile and straight into downtown San Rafael, where we sit at 1099 D Street. Whether you are by the shops on San Anselmo Avenue, up toward Sleepy Hollow, over near Red Hill, or out along Sir Francis Drake toward Fairfax, it is a short, familiar trip rather than a scramble across unfamiliar roads while you are hurting.
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, so getting in and out is one less thing to worry about on a hard day.
Cost & Membership
Many emergency visits start with an exam and X-ray to diagnose the problem, followed by treatment to relieve pain and stabilize the tooth. We give you an itemized estimate before treatment. No surprises.
We are out of network for all dental insurance, though we still bill your plan directly so your benefits apply. Out-of-network PPO plans often reimburse a good portion of covered services. If you have no insurance, our in-house "D is for Dental" membership includes one emergency exam per year plus 20% off restorative & major work, with flexible payment plans. See membership plans →
Emergency Questions
How fast can I see an emergency dentist from San Anselmo?
Often the same day. From San Anselmo, head east from the Hub on Red Hill Avenue, which becomes Fourth Street and carries you into downtown San Rafael, where we sit at 1099 D Street, so it is a short, familiar drive. We hold urgent slots open Monday through Thursday. Call (415) 453-0744 as early in the morning as you can, and the sooner we hear from you, the better the chance we can see you that day.
What counts as a dental emergency?
A severe toothache, a broken or knocked-out tooth, a lost crown or filling, swelling, or bleeding that will not stop are all dental emergencies. If you are in significant pain or have facial swelling, call (415) 453-0744 right away. When in doubt, call, and we will help you decide what to do next.
What should I do if my tooth gets knocked out near San Anselmo?
Pick the tooth up by the crown, not the root, gently rinse it without scrubbing, and if you can, place it back in the socket or keep it in milk. Then call us at (415) 453-0744 and head east on Red Hill toward downtown San Rafael. Getting seen quickly gives the strongest chance of saving the tooth.
How much does emergency dental care cost?
It depends on what is needed. Many visits start with an exam and X-ray to diagnose the problem, followed by treatment to relieve pain and stabilize the tooth. We give you an itemized estimate before treatment, so there are no surprises. Our in-house D is for Dental membership includes one emergency exam per year plus 20% off restorative & major work.
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.
Don't Wait Through the Pain
Call now, we hold urgent slots Monday through Thursday.