Dental Fillings in Gaithersburg, MD
At Schneider Family Dentistry, dental fillings restore teeth damaged by decay, returning them to normal function and appearance. Our tooth-colored composite fillings in Gaithersburg, MD provide durable, natural-looking results that blend seamlessly with your smile.
What are Dental Fillings?
Dental fillings repair teeth damaged by cavities or minor fractures. Dr. Adam Schneider, Dr. Katie Staub, or Dr. Thomas Tran removes the decayed portion of the tooth, cleans the area thoroughly, and fills it with a durable material. We primarily use tooth-colored composite resin that matches your natural tooth color for a virtually invisible restoration.
Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
- Natural Appearance - Blend seamlessly with your teeth
- Conservative - Preserve more natural tooth structure
- Strong Bond - Adhere directly to tooth structure
- Versatile - Can repair chips and gaps, not just cavities
- No Mercury - Safe, biocompatible materials
The Filling Process
After numbing the area for your comfort, we remove the decayed portion of the tooth and clean the cavity. The tooth is prepared with a special bonding agent, and the composite resin is applied in layers. Each layer is hardened with a special light. Finally, we shape and polish the filling to match your natural tooth contours and bite. The entire process typically takes less than an hour.
Need a dental filling? Contact Schneider Family Dentistry at 240-654-3555 to schedule your appointment in Gaithersburg, MD.