Brighter, the Right Way
From Kentfield, professional whitening is a short trip east on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard out of the Ross Valley and into downtown San Rafael, where we sit at 1099 D Street. You can brighten your smile in one office, with your dentist checking first that your teeth and gums are healthy and that the staining is the kind whitening can actually fix.
Years of coffee, tea, red wine, and ordinary wear dull even healthy teeth. Drugstore strips and trays are generic, and they often leave color uneven or gums irritated. Professional whitening uses stronger, dentist-supervised gel and trays molded to your bite, so the result comes out even and stays comfortable.
At D Street Dental Group, Dr. Steve recommends the approach that fits your goals and your calendar, whether that is in-office for a quick lift, custom take-home trays for flexibility, or a combination of both.
Whitening Is a Great Fit If You
- Have stains from coffee, tea, wine, or age on otherwise healthy teeth
- Have an event coming up and want a noticeably brighter smile
- Tried drugstore kits and were not happy with the patchy result
- Want a safe, supervised approach with less sensitivity
- Would rather keep your dentistry close to home in the Ross Valley
What to Expect
- Quick health check We confirm your teeth and gums are healthy and pin down what is causing the staining.
- Choose your approach In-office whitening for fast results, custom take-home trays for flexibility, or a combination of both.
- Whiten safely Professional-grade gel brightens evenly while your dentist supervises the process.
- Maintain your results Take-home trays and simple habits keep your smile bright between touch-ups.
Serving Kentfield
From Kentfield, the office is an easy run east on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, out of the Ross Valley and into downtown San Rafael at 1099 D Street. That puts us within reach of the homes around College of Marin and the Bon Air area, so a whitening visit fits into a normal day. If you are already on Highway 101, that route drops you downtown just as easily.
It is a convenient stop for College of Marin students and staff who want a brighter smile around a class schedule on the Kentfield campus, and the trip pairs naturally 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, with street parking along D Street and several public lots a short walk away downtown.
Once you arrive, one dentist looks after your whole family. Dr. Steve sees you at every visit and learns your history, instead of handing you off to a rotating roster at a high-volume chain.
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 believes cosmetic results should look natural and be done safely, so he checks your oral health first and tailors whitening to you rather than a generic kit.
Cost & Payment
Whitening cost depends on whether you choose in-office, custom take-home trays, or both. We give you an itemized estimate at your visit, so there are no surprises.
Whitening is cosmetic, so most plans do not cover it. We are out of network for all dental insurance and offer flexible in-house payment plans, and a no-insurance household saves 20% on treatment through our membership. Ask about pairing whitening with a new-patient exam. See membership plans →
Whitening Questions
Where can I get professional teeth whitening near Kentfield?
At D Street Dental Group, a short trip east on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard out of the Ross Valley and into downtown San Rafael at 1099 D Street. If you are near College of Marin or the Bon Air area, it is an easy run to brighten your smile with dentist-supervised whitening. Call (415) 453-0744 to get started.
How long does teeth whitening last?
Results commonly last several months to a couple of years depending on your diet and habits. Coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco speed up re-staining. Custom take-home trays make it easy to touch up and maintain your results, which is handy when you can pair a refill pickup with errands at the Bon Air Shopping Center.
Does professional whitening cause sensitivity?
Some temporary sensitivity is common and usually fades within a day or two. Because whitening here is supervised by Dr. Steve rather than a one-size-fits-all drugstore kit, we can adjust the approach and recommend products to keep you comfortable.
Is teeth whitening covered by my insurance?
Whitening is cosmetic, so most dental plans do not cover it. We are out of network with the PPOs but file your claim directly for the rest of your care, and a no-insurance household saves 20% on treatment through our in-house membership. We give you an itemized estimate before anything starts, so there are no surprises.
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.
Brighten Your Smile
New patients from across the Ross Valley are always welcome. We'll reach out within one business day.