Relief for Grinding and Jaw Pain, Close to Home
If you live in Kentfield and need a custom nightguard or TMJ splint, D Street Dental Group is a short trip east on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard out of the Ross Valley to 1099 D Street in downtown San Rafael. Dr. Steve Truman fits each appliance to your bite, so you get real protection instead of a drugstore tray that works loose overnight.
Clenching and grinding, what dentists call bruxism, usually happen during sleep. They quietly wear down enamel, crack teeth, and trigger jaw soreness and morning headaches, often for a long while before the damage is obvious. A guard made for your mouth stops that wear early, before it turns into a crown or a repair.
Three Appliances, One Custom Fit
- Hard nightguard, shields enamel from grinding while you sleep
- TMJ splint, repositions the jaw to ease pressure on the joint and calm soreness
- Sports guard, a closer fit and steadier protection than any over-the-counter option
- All three are made from a precise impression of your bite, so they are comfortable, durable, and stay where they belong
This Is for You If You
- Grind or clench, especially at night
- Wake up with a sore jaw, tension, or headaches
- Notice worn, chipped, or newly sensitive teeth
- Play sports and want protection that actually fits, including kids on the Kentfield fields
What to Expect
- Evaluation We look at your bite, your wear patterns, and your symptoms to settle on the right appliance.
- Precise impression We capture your bite so the guard or splint fits exactly, with nothing bulky to fight.
- Custom fabrication Your appliance is built from durable hard acrylic to your specifications.
- Fit and follow-up We fine-tune the fit and check it at your regular visits so it keeps doing its job.
Serving Kentfield
From Kentfield, take Sir Francis Drake Boulevard east through the Ross Valley toward central San Rafael, then continue to 1099 D Street; if you would rather use the freeway, Highway 101 drops you into downtown just as easily. That puts us within easy reach of the homes around College of Marin and the Bon Air area, so a fitting fits into a normal day. Many patients pair the trip with errands at the Bon Air Shopping Center or a stop at the Marin Country Mart in Larkspur.
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. College of Marin students and staff can slot a fitting around a class on the Kentfield campus.
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. He would rather protect a tooth than rebuild it, and he sees you himself at every visit, fitting each appliance precisely to your bite so it keeps working night after night.
Cost and Membership
A custom appliance costs more than a drugstore version, but it fits better, lasts longer, and actually protects your teeth. We give you an itemized estimate before anything is made. No surprises.
We are out of network with the dental PPOs, though out-of-network plans often cover a good portion of covered services, and we file your claim directly. Without insurance, our in-house "D is for Dental" membership saves 20% on treatment, with flexible payment plans. See membership plans →
Kentfield Nightguard and TMJ Questions
Where do Kentfield patients go for a custom nightguard?
D Street Dental Group sits at 1099 D Street in downtown San Rafael, a short trip east on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard out of the Ross Valley. If you are near College of Marin or the Bon Air area, it is a straightforward drive to get fitted for a guard that matches your bite. Call (415) 453-0744.
Can a nightguard help with TMJ and jaw pain?
A TMJ splint is built to reposition the jaw and ease pressure on the joint, which can settle morning soreness, tension, and related headaches for many patients. Dr. Steve looks at your bite and your symptoms before recommending the appliance that fits your situation.
Is a custom guard worth it over a drugstore one for a busy Ross Valley family?
A boil-and-bite guard is bulky and tends to work loose at night. A custom guard is made from a precise impression of your bite, so it stays put, lasts longer, and actually protects your enamel. For a household keeping its dentistry in one San Rafael office, it is a one-time fitting that holds up for years.
Do you take my insurance if I live in Kentfield?
We are out of network with the dental PPOs, yet we file your claim directly so your Kentfield-area benefits still apply. Out-of-network plans often cover a good portion of covered services. Without insurance, our in-house D is for Dental membership saves 20% on treatment, and we give you an itemized estimate before any guard is made.
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.
Protect Your Teeth and Jaw
New patients from Kentfield and across the Ross Valley are always welcome. We'll reach out within one business day.