Quieter Nights, Closer Than You Think
If you live in San Anselmo and you are tired of snoring, restless nights, or a CPAP mask you cannot get used to, oral appliance therapy is a short drive east. From the Hub, Sir Francis Drake Boulevard runs straight through the Ross Valley into downtown San Rafael, where we fit and follow these appliances at 1099 D Street. Because something you wear every night needs the occasional tune-up, keeping the dentist who made it close to home is a real convenience.
Loud snoring and broken, unrefreshing sleep can be signs of obstructive sleep apnea, when the airway repeatedly narrows or closes during the night. For many people with mild-to-moderate OSA, and for those who never settled in with CPAP, a custom oral appliance is a quieter path to rest. It looks like a sturdy retainer, is worn only while you sleep, and gently holds your lower jaw forward to help keep the airway open. Dr. Steve fits it to your anatomy and works alongside your sleep physician so your care stays connected rather than scattered across offices.
This May Be a Good Fit If You
- Snore loudly, or a partner has noticed you stop breathing in your sleep
- Have a diagnosis of mild-to-moderate obstructive sleep apnea
- Tried CPAP but cannot get comfortable with the mask or the hose
- Wake up unrested, or want something portable that travels easily
What to Expect
- Consultation We sit down with your history and symptoms and confirm the diagnosis from your sleep physician.
- Physician coordination We check in with your sleep team to make sure an oral appliance is the right call for you.
- Custom fitting We take impressions and have your appliance made to your exact anatomy.
- Follow-up & refinement We dial in the fit over a few visits and let your sleep physician know how it is working. Being a short hop from San Anselmo keeps those check-ins simple.
Serving San Anselmo
San Anselmo runs on a walkable downtown, and a visit here folds into a day that already loops through the Hub and the shops along San Anselmo Avenue. From there, take Sir Francis Drake Boulevard east out of the Ross Valley and into central San Rafael, then continue to 1099 D Street. Whether you are near San Anselmo Avenue, Red Hill, or out toward Fairfax, it is a short, familiar drive rather than a fight with 101.
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. We see Ross Valley families every week, so getting an appliance fitted and adjusted close to home is a pattern plenty of your neighbors already keep.
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 treats sleep appliance therapy the way he treats all care: precise custom fitting, plain explanation, and steady coordination with your physician so your treatment is safe and joined up. You see the same dentist at every visit, not a rotating roster.
Cost & Insurance
Oral appliances for diagnosed obstructive sleep apnea are often billed to medical insurance rather than dental, and coverage varies by plan.
We will walk through your situation, give you an itemized estimate, and let you know what documentation your sleep physician needs to provide. We also offer flexible in-office payment options. Call (415) 453-0744 to talk it through.
San Anselmo Sleep Apnea Questions
How far is sleep apnea treatment from San Anselmo?
It is a short drive. From San Anselmo, Sir Francis Drake Boulevard runs straight east through the Ross Valley into downtown San Rafael, where we sit at 1099 D Street, Suite 206. For something you wear every night, having the dentist who fitted it close to home makes follow-up adjustments easy to keep.
Do I need a sleep study before I come in from San Anselmo?
Yes. Oral appliance therapy starts with a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea from a sleep physician, usually based on a sleep study. If you have not been evaluated yet, call us and we can help point you in the right direction, then coordinate your care with your sleep team once you have a diagnosis.
Is an oral appliance a real alternative to CPAP?
For the right patient, yes. CPAP is the standard for severe sleep apnea, while oral appliance therapy is a recognized option for mild-to-moderate obstructive sleep apnea and for people who cannot tolerate CPAP. Many find an appliance quieter, more comfortable, and easier to travel with. Dr. Steve coordinates with your sleep physician to confirm it is appropriate for you.
Will my insurance help cover a sleep apnea appliance?
Oral appliances for diagnosed obstructive sleep apnea are often billed to medical insurance rather than dental, and coverage varies by plan. We will talk through your situation, give you an itemized estimate, and let you know what documentation your sleep physician needs to provide.
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.
Sleep and Breathe Easier
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