A Smile That Looks Like You
Porcelain veneers are thin shells custom-bonded to the front of your teeth to correct chips, gaps, worn edges, and stubborn discoloration in one cohesive design. The goal isn't a row of identical, overly white teeth, it's a smile that suits your face and looks like it was always yours.
At D Street Dental Group, every veneer case starts with smile design: planning shade, shape, and proportion before a single tooth is touched. Dr. Steve's restorative training means each case is mapped precisely, so the result blends in rather than announcing itself.
Veneers Can Address
- Chipped, cracked, or worn-down front teeth
- Gaps or minor crowding you'd rather not treat with braces
- Deep stains or discoloration that whitening can't fix
- Uneven shape or size, for a balanced, cohesive smile
What to Expect
- Smile-design consultation We discuss your goals and plan shade, shape, and proportion for a natural result.
- Preparation & impressions Teeth are lightly prepared and precise impressions are taken for the lab.
- Custom fabrication Your veneers are crafted to the agreed design while you wear temporaries.
- Bonding & final check Veneers are bonded, refined against your bite, and polished to a natural finish.
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 plans every cosmetic case with the same precision he brings to restorative work, designing your smile before treatment so the outcome is predictable and natural.
Cost & Payment
Veneer cost depends on how many teeth you're treating and the design of your case, so we give you a clear, itemized estimate after your consultation. No surprises.
We're out of network for all dental insurance and offer flexible in-office payment plans. Members of our in-house "D is for Dental" plan also save 20% on restorative and major work. See membership plans →
Veneer Questions
How much do porcelain veneers cost in San Rafael?
At D Street Dental Group in San Rafael, porcelain veneer cost depends on how many teeth you are treating and the design of your case, since a single chipped tooth and a full smile makeover are very different projects. Dr. Steve Truman, DDS, gives you a clear, itemized estimate after your consultation, and flexible in-office payment plans are available. Veneers are a cosmetic-only procedure and are not covered by the membership discount.
Do porcelain veneers look natural?
Yes. Porcelain veneers at D Street Dental Group are custom-shaded and shaped to suit your face, your lip line, and the neighboring teeth, so they blend in rather than stand out. Porcelain reflects light the way natural enamel does, which is why it looks more lifelike than composite. Dr. Steve Truman, DDS, plans every case with smile design before treatment, so you approve the look before anything is bonded.
How long do veneers last?
Porcelain veneers are durable and commonly last many years with good care. Brushing, flossing, and regular checkups matter, and so does avoiding habits like chewing ice or opening packages with your teeth. If you grind at night, a custom nightguard protects the porcelain. Dr. Steve Truman, DDS, reviews how to protect your veneers before you leave D Street Dental Group and checks them at every routine visit.
Are veneers permanent?
Yes, veneers are considered permanent. A small amount of enamel is usually prepared so the veneer sits flush, and that enamel does not grow back, so the tooth will always need some covering. That is why Dr. Steve Truman, DDS, at D Street Dental Group plans carefully and only recommends veneers when they are the right fix for the problem, not just the fastest one.
Veneers or whitening?
If your teeth are healthy and well-shaped but stained, professional whitening may be all you need, and it is far more conservative. Veneers go further: they fix chips, gaps, worn edges, and discoloration that whitening cannot reach. At D Street Dental Group in San Rafael, Dr. Steve Truman, DDS, looks at your teeth with you at the consultation and tells you honestly which option fits your goals and budget.
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