Protect Teeth Before Damage Shows
Yes, we make custom nightguards at D Street Dental Group in San Rafael. Dr. Steve Truman, DDS, matches the right appliance to your problem, built to your exact bite. Clenching and grinding often happen during sleep, wearing down enamel, cracking teeth, and triggering jaw soreness and headaches. A custom appliance stops the damage before it needs a crown or implant.
At D Street Dental Group, every guard is built to your exact bite from a precise impression, not a bulky drugstore tray that gets pushed out at night. Dr. Steve matches the right appliance to your problem, whether that's grinding, jaw strain, or protection on the field.
Three AppliancesOne Custom Fit
- Hard nightguard, protects enamel from bruxism overnight
- TMJ splint, repositions the jaw to decompress the joint and reduce soreness
- Sports guard, superior fit and protection vs. any over-the-counter option
- All three are built to your exact bite, comfortable, durable, and made to stay put
This Is for You If You
- Grind or clench your teeth, especially at night
- Wake with jaw soreness, tension, or headaches
- Notice worn, chipped, or sensitive teeth from grinding
- Play sports and want reliable, custom protection
What to Expect
- Evaluation We examine your bite, wear patterns, and symptoms to recommend the right appliance.
- Precise impression We capture your bite so the appliance fits exactly.
- Custom fabrication Your guard or splint is built from durable hard acrylic to your specifications.
- Fit & follow-up We fine-tune the fit and check it at regular visits so it keeps protecting you.
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'd rather protect a tooth than rebuild it, fitting each appliance precisely to your bite so it actually does its job, night after night.
Cost & Membership
A custom appliance costs more than a drugstore version but fits better, lasts longer, and actually protects your teeth. We give you a clear price before fabrication. No surprises.
We're out of network for all dental insurance, and our in-house "D is for Dental" membership takes 20% off restorative & major work, with flexible payment plans. See membership plans →
Nightguard & TMJ Questions
How much does a custom nightguard cost in San Rafael?
A custom nightguard costs more than a drugstore version but fits far better, lasts longer, and actually protects your teeth. D Street Dental Group gives you a clear price before fabrication, and members of our in-house 'D is for Dental' plan get 20% off restorative & major work. Call (415) 453-0744 to get fitted.
Is a custom guard better than over-the-counter?
Yes. Boil-and-bite guards are bulky, fit loosely, and often get pushed out at night. A custom nightguard is made from a precise impression of your bite, so it's comfortable, durable, and stays put, giving real protection against grinding instead of a rough approximation.
Can a nightguard help TMJ and jaw pain?
A TMJ splint is designed to reposition the jaw and decompress the joint, which can ease morning jaw soreness, tension, and related headaches for many patients. Dr. Steve evaluates your bite and symptoms to recommend the right appliance for your situation.
How long does a nightguard last?
A hard acrylic nightguard is built to last for years with proper care, depending on how heavily you grind. We check it at your regular visits and let you know when it's time to replace it, so your teeth stay protected.
Do you make custom sports mouthguards?
Yes. A custom sports guard offers a far better fit and more reliable protection than any over-the-counter option, so it stays in place and lets you breathe and talk more easily on the field. We make them for athletes of all ages.
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 are always welcome. We'll reach out within one business day.