14 / 05 / 2024

Composite Veneers – Are They Worth the Hype?

If you’ve been researching options to enhance your smile, you may have come across composite veneers. Frequently compared to porcelain veneers, composite veneers are a game-changer for patients who want a minimally invasive cosmetic dental treatment. If you’ve been Googling ‘composite veneers’ Derby-based Ashbourne Road Dental is a reputable address for life-changing cosmetic dental treatment.

But do composite veneers create the same cosmetic results as porcelain veneers? And why are so many people gravitating towards composite-based dental treatments these days?

We discuss these points below, and give you a definitive answer to the question, composite veneers – are they worth the hype?

Close up of a young female patient at the dentist having her tooth shade matched with dental composite

What Are Composite Veneers?

Composite veneers are a minimally invasive alternative to porcelain veneers.

For many years, dental composite has been used to create discreet ‘white’ fillings for patients. it has now become extremely popular for enhancing the teeth that are most visible when you smile.

There are a number of reasons for this.

Why Should You Consider Composite Veneers?

No need to remove any of your natural tooth structure

Perhaps the most well-known and notable difference between composite veneers and porcelain veneers is how they are fitted to a tooth.

Composite veneers are fitted without the removal of any tooth structure. This minimally invasive process is advantageous to patients, especially those who have healthy teeth.

Porcelain veneers on the other hand, generally require the removal of approximately 0.5mm of tooth enamel (per tooth) before they can be placed, so we recommend the composite route if you want a option involving minimal preparation.

Composite veneers use resins which are applied directly onto the teeth. We use the small layers of composite resin to recreate the rich and natural translucency of real tooth enamel. The best part? As there’s no need to remove any dental structure, we don’t have to use anaesthetic or perform any drilling.

Less costly than porcelain veneers

Here at Ashbourne Road Dental, we’re always looking to offer our patients fair prices, with no compromise on quality, particularly as a private dentist. Derby is home to hundreds of dental practices, so it can be difficult to determine which will give you the best value for money.

Our composite veneers are a cost-effective way of dealing with imperfections with your teeth, especially when compared with porcelain veneers, which are a larger financial commitment.

As composite bonding has a lower average lifespan than porcelain veneers (lasting in the region of 5-7 years), treatment is set at a lower price point at a private dentist. Derby has multiple cosmetic dentists offering composite veneers, but here’s why we think we ought to be your top choice:

We merge science and aesthetics to create a confidence-enhancing result when using dental composite.
Whether you’re looking for a subtle enhancement, or a complete smile makeover using composite veneers, we can help. Our dentists have experience that spans cases of varying complexities (when we say we’ve seen it all, we really mean it)!
100% honesty is the foundation of how we work. Only if your teeth are clinically fit for cosmetic dental treatment will we proceed. Our patients’ dental health is our first concern before any elective treatment like composite veneers can take place. Once we know your teeth are free from problems like decay, cavities, or oral infections, we can start addressing the aesthetic hang-ups you have with your teeth.

Same-day treatment

A composite veneer case can be completed in a single appointment. This is because there is no need for the lab technician to be involved, eliminating the need for separate designing and fitting appointments.

After your consultation, the second appointment will be when the whole treatment takes place. You will be able to walk out of the practice with a brand-new smile that instantly has a positive effect on your confidence.

Animation of a tooth filed with tooth coloured dental composite — Dental composite has been used as an alternative to amalgam for providing discreet fillings for many years.

Who Is Suited To Composite Veneers?

During your consultation for composite veneers in Derby, your dentist will ask a series of clinical and lifestyle-related questions. These are incredibly useful for helping us to advise on which type of aesthetic restoration will suit your needs.

You might be an ideal candidate for composite veneers if you:

Have never previously had porcelain veneers

Composite veneers can serve as a fantastic introductory treatment before a patient decides on a longer-term and irreversible restoration (a porcelain veneer).

Do not wish to make permanent alterations to your teeth

Once your teeth have been shaved down in preparation for porcelain veneers, there’s no going back. Should your veneer become damaged or fall off, you will need to be comfortable with having a shaved-down version of your tooth on display. It is of course possible to have another veneer made, but bear in mind that the process can take up to 3 weeks.

Only wish to make small cosmetic alterations to your teeth

The beauty of composite veneers is that we can use the composite sparingly, to create both subtle and dramatic aesthetic changes.

If you only have minor gaps, chips, or discolouration, you don’t necessarily need to go down the porcelain veneers route. Instead, you have the option of a same-day treatment that will not have any destructive effect on the anatomy of your natural teeth.

About Ashbourne Road Dental

So, Are Composite Veneers Worth The Hype?

As a private dentist, Derby’s Ashbourne Road Dental believe that the composite veneers protocol is going nowhere fast.

It’s growing in popularity, and we completely understand why.

Quick, simple, conservative on the teeth, and delivering aesthetic and well-being wins for our patients, we very much endorse the use of the process for enhancing our patients’ smiles.

Composite Veneers: Derby’s Ashbourne Road Can Help

Our cosmetic dentists possess the craftsmanship and clinical skill to create a smile makeover using dental composite. We work with dental composite every single day, and we are continuously staying up to date with the progress in moulding, shading, and shaping dental composite.

Contact our helpful reception team to book your composite veneers consultation with an experienced cosmetic dentist in Derby. You can also check out before and after smile cases to see the transformative work our dentists have carried out using treatments such as composite veneers.

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David Ball

18:11 04 Dec 24

From the moment you walk into Ashbourne Road Dental you can’t help but notice how well decorated, clean and tidy the place is - people obviously care. Once in reception you are met by cheerful, friendly and helpful staff. I’ve only ever been treated by Tanzeel who is friendly and polite and who struck up a good rapport with myself and my wife. I’ve had a fair amount of dental work in recent times (to be expected at my age), but have to say that I have 100% confidence and trust in Tanzeel. He takes absolute pride in his workmanship, taking time to explain the options to you and gives you a little commentary throughout your procedure. There’s a bit of humour there too. Would definitely recommend this practice. Many thanks to the team, I won’t be going anywhere else.

Lisa Marshall

17:46 03 Dec 24

Really excellent receptionists, not at all like doctors receptionists 😉 so friendly and helpful!Relaxed atmosphere, I’m quite a nervous patient so this was very welcoming.Thanks guys ☺️

Dale Carter

12:53 28 Nov 24

Wow Wow Wow! Visited on an emergency appointment for a cracked tooth that was extremely painful and sensitive. Dr Tanzeel Ahmad was my hero and carried out an immediate painless extraction. Cannot thank all the staff enough who were all so friendly and professional. Great price and unbelievable value. Highly recommend!

Charles Goddard

18:32 23 Nov 24

After 9 months I now have full set of implants. Long procedure but worth it can finally smile with confidence. Thanks to the Dental practice and particularly Tanzeel Ahmed

Graham Jarrett

12:59 25 Oct 24

Excellent dental practice always friendly welcome from staff. Appointments always on time. My dentist Tanzeel is extremely knowledgeable and great personality. Really makes you feel comfortable and safe. Has been so helpful to both me and my wife. Very lucky to have found such a place.

Georgia Bullock

19:48 23 Oct 24

Went in to book an appointment, reception staff were lovely, very helpful and kind. I got recommended by a friend to go here as he said they were professional and polite and he wasn't wrong.

Nicola Coope

18:44 23 Oct 24

My daughter needed teeth out before braces were fitted and her newly privatised dentist quoted £560. Stressing about this cost especially in todays world, i immediately began looking for a new dentist. A friend referred me to Ashbourne Road Dental practice via Kerri, one of the receptionists.She was fabulous and got not only my daughter set up with an appointment but got the whole family set up here with an NHS dentist, which meant that it cost me nothing for my daughter to have her teeth out, which was amazing. Her appointment was also booked close to me ringing up, which was perfectA few appointments later, and we are still extremely happy. My daughters tooth removals went very well, and any appointments or treatments for the rest of the family have been great. The staff are all lovely and friendly and make sure they talk to my children, not just to me or my husband.My son had toothache for a few days and i rang up just after opening one day and he had an appointment an hour later.I would and have told people looking for a dentist to try here.

Tanaya-lia Heightley

14:37 23 Oct 24

First time coming to this practice and the staff is friendly, the clinic is clean, and Dr. Tanzeel is thorough and professional. They make sure you’re comfortable every step of the way. Highly recommend!

JJ.e06

14:03 23 Oct 24

I had my first appointment at this practice and i couldn’t recommend it more! My appointment was prompt and the receptionists were very helpful and polite, I will be using this practice for the foreseeable future! Thanks again

Alyson Eley

12:47 16 Oct 24

I cannot recommend Dr Rehman enough. I had 2 back teeth removed after suffering with severe toothache for months and he dealt with it painlessly and quickly, so relieved. Highly recommend these dentists, they are brilliant, especially Dr Rehman!

Joyce Bourne

14:04 25 Sep 24

Very caring, polite Dentists and Staff..very aware of any Disabilities, always try and accommodate me in a downstairs treatment room, if one available..thanks

Fiona Richards

06:42 17 Aug 24

Booked an appointment for my employee who needed urgent care. He got seen within a few hours and told me the dentist was excellent! Spoke to the receptionist who was lovely. Thanks guys for helping him out I really appreciate it x

Kelly Baxter

19:59 05 Aug 24

Today was my first visit to this practice. My appointment was prompt, and professional, the reception staff, were polite and very helpful.The dentist was very competent, explained everything very clearly, giving me options and costings of all treatments that i required.I was recommended this practice by family members, and im very pleased that they did.

Laura Nesbitt

12:23 17 Jul 24

I wanted the right option for my circumstances to straighten my teeth. I got great advice and decided Invisalign was the right choice. All my concerns were answered and even an additional appointment to go through finer details were given to ensure I was happy and confident in my choice. The staff and dentists have been great. I look forward to my future visits as I'm just starting the Invisalign process.

Guy Legg

16:11 16 Jul 24

Two teeth removed and preparation work for implants and a bridge. I was made to feel so at ease by my dentist, his use of technology in the scanning and investigation stages of my treatment showed how much dentistry has moved forward recently. I’d recommend these people for any works that you may need doing

David Howell

16:08 08 Jul 24

I recently joined the Practice and I must say, as dentists go, it was a please experience. Easy to park, appointment on time and my treatment explained clearly and professionally. Follow up appointment booked to fit my diary. Highly recommended

Dominiqueleia Wilkinson

15:44 08 Jul 24

Been attending this dental practice for over 2 years now. They are fab, couldn't ask for a more compatonate team. They are all very welcoming and put you at ease. Asked about retainer's in my appointment and they did the moulds there and then, that made my life so much easier even though i was fully prepared to book a separate appointment for them.The practice is clean and very well presented over all i highly recommend them.

fifi xo

16:39 02 Jul 24

I joined Ashbourne Dental after moving to the area. I’m very impressed with the level of care and quality of work by Dr Ahmad. He has been clear and transparent in explaining the process and treatment needed whilst also making me feel comfortable and at ease during the treatment. I had some major treatment and didn’t have any pain or discomfort. I would highly recommend this practice and Dr Ahmad for anyone looking for a new dentist!

Jay Allen

19:47 26 Jun 24

Today was my first appointment with Ashbourne Road Dental and I was very impressed! The Reception staff were very helpful, polite and well organised. The building itself is lovely and very clean! I had my appointment with Benish who was absolutely lovely! She was so informative and made me feel at ease about the treatment I needed. I would definitely recommend this practice!

Semi Tocarciuc

11:14 20 Jun 24

I have just had my second appointment at the dentist and i have had such a great experience both time! This time i got my 9 month baby as well to have a check up to whilst i registered her and everyone was so nice and friendly and the Dr was amazing with her, my little one smiling and behaved for the Dr, definitely recommend!!

Wayne Beeson

15:06 29 May 24

I have been visiting this dental practice for years now and in that time had a number of different dentists. My present, Dr Dawud Ahmad is keeping up the tradition of excellent service with a very friendly manner which puts me at ease.I especially like that he takes that little extra time on my six monthly checkups to give my teeth a quick clean, creating the feeling of value for money as well as a great service.

Matthew Dedman

09:15 11 May 24

Incredible experience, as someone that was very nervous about visiting the hygienist, Dawud and the team put me at ease from the moment I walked in! They were happy to answer my questions and supported me with my flossing technique. Thankyou!!

Gemma

09:28 15 Apr 24

I am a nervous patient but i am put at ease, very welcoming and professional. Always gives advice, considerate as always asks if I'd like him stop. Very good practice.

Doreen Walsh

10:35 04 Apr 24

The reception staff are always friendly and professional and the dentist/nurse always put you at ease. I used to be afraid of going to the dentist but doesn't bother me now because I know I'm in safe hands.

Richard Cunliffe

09:23 03 Apr 24

I've been registered with this dental practice since 2010, when it was called Cunningham and Associates. I've always received a good standard of care, professionalism, and courtesy. I recommended them highly.

Jackie Brown

20:57 28 Mar 24

Very efficient reception team before and after the appointment.The Dentist and Dental Nurse involved me fully in my care. I was informed of the processes that were involved in my treatment. The Dentist and Dental Nurse were friendly, welcoming and supportive.Would definitely recommend

emma dawkins

14:27 20 Mar 24

We had the dentist come to nursery to speak to our pre school children for national oral health day. The staff were amazing with the children talking to them and showing them how to clean their teeth correctly.

Rubie Kelly

16:59 13 Mar 24

My first dentist appointment in 5 years. Always been a very nervous patient and the last dentist I saw made me feel so horrific about myself and I've been petrified since. Today was so totally different. Both staff in the room made me feel comfortable, I became upset as soon as they called my name and they sat me down with a glass of water, told me to forget about the appointment for a moment and had little chat to help calm me down. They asked if I was with someone and then fetched my husband from the waiting room to make me feel more comfortable. They were incredibly compassionate and made me feel more at ease than I've ever felt in my life at a dentist. Everything was explained to me clearly and they've made me feel so much better about my dental situation that I cried again from relief. I'm still nervous but they have put me at a lot of ease about actually going to see them regularly. Thank you so much Tanzeel & Selvi 💜

nik roche

13:40 13 Mar 24

Always a polite, personable and professional service.. No one likes going to the dentist but this team make it a lot more easy to manage.

Nick Fletcher

21:03 16 Feb 24

Been with this practice for over 30 years. Every six months. No complaints. Always positive and patient centered Thorough service every time. Admin excellent. Long may it continue.NHS patient.

John Lawless

10:56 26 Jan 24

Excellent friendly professional treatment. They make me feel welcome and more relaxed when receiving treatment.

Glenda Rice

14:28 13 Dec 23

Very efficient..Very friendly, really lovely people.. Makes such a difference.. Especially when terrified of going to the dentist like myself.Couldn't want for better.

Richard Kingham

12:46 13 Dec 23

First time using, as our previous dentist wasn't reliable and kept cancelling our appointments. Brilliant service, staff really informative, all costs explained, and have recommended to other family members to move here.

David Wood

14:29 28 Nov 23

Been today 1st time Zara and her assistant , I've got to say never mind the building is beautiful clean.the service I have to say is best EVER I've been in my 50 odd years and maybe 25 dentist from here to London. Totally Outstanding every 1 .10.out 10 if could give more it be worth it. Won't find better no where.

Sonya

23:01 13 Nov 23

To be honest, the treatment staff is very respectful, welcoming and friendly, and they offer and implement the best suggestions for treating your teeth, they follow the hygiene tips well, and they try to make your appointment as soon as possible. They will arrange the next meeting, in general, I would like to thank Mr. Hassan Rahman, the dentist, for giving me a beautiful smile🙏

Katya Davis

10:30 17 Oct 23

Not my usual dentist but I was away from home when I chipped my front tooth and wanted it fixed asap. I managed to get an emergency dentist appt at Ashbourne road dental at short notice hoping for a temporary solution until I was back home and could see my own dentist. Not only was I able to be seen but I actually had a high quality painless and permanent fix on the day at a very reasonable price. Fantastic service that exceeded all expectations from Dr Hasaan and the rest of the staff were extremely friendly too. I don't live in Derby so probably won't be back but I would recommend this practice to anyone that does :)

Jashan Atwal

15:18 14 Oct 23

I was not one that enjoyed going to the dentist, but since being at this practice it has been so much more easier. My dentist (Dr Rahman) makes me feel at ease and explains any treatment that might be needed. All the staff are great and helpful.

Nikita Van Nikerk

12:44 14 Oct 23

I had an unexpected dental emergency and this surgery was able to fit me in straight away. The clinicians and the team at the dental surgery were absolutely amazing. They were so professional and made me feel at ease throughout the entire process. The atmosphere was great and they communicated everything clearly. They provided prompt and efficient care. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.I highly recommend them for any dental needs!.

Sandra Hallam

10:48 04 Oct 23

First visit, everyone welcoming and professional. Dentist didn't mind questions and I felt at ease.

Debbie Hollis

17:04 03 Oct 23

Absolutely outstanding and highly recommended. Starting out last November 2022 as a very nervous patient, I am now confident when visiting the Dental Practice, where I have had several procedures including dental implants. A massive Thank you to Tanzeel for always being patient with me and making me feel at ease when I visit. All the staff are polite and kind. Thank you for everything, I wouldn't go anywhere else.

Pete Barnett

12:47 02 Oct 23

Very efficient. I have had 2 fillings replaced recently, both pain free

Christine Noakes

16:33 25 Sep 23

Excellent treatment and very professional. Receptionists very pleasant and most helpful.

Terry Harrop

17:06 21 Sep 23

I was seen promptly and was dealt with kindness and courtesy. It was explained that esthetically my implants would look better if I had a graft onto the lower gum. I said I was not interested however as the lower teeth were not visible at any time, even when laughing, so the Dentist was happy to proceed on the basis that the implants would be visible, but only to me! I was then given an appointment for the proper teeth to be fitted after numerous photos were taken.

Terry Campbell

13:31 18 Sep 23

My bi-anual check at Ashbourne road Dental went fine. Very pleasant and polite staff,from reception to my dental surgeon and his assistant. All demonstrat professionalism in there own field and I look forward to my visits knowing I will receive top quality care every time.T.R. Campbell.

Nisha Eglington

20:22 12 Dec 22

Best dentist I’ve been too! Staff are all so friendly and welcoming. Lovely new waiting room. Went for a clean and fillings. Dentist made me feel at ease and spoke to me throughout my appointment to make sure I was comfortable. Very professional, fully recommend and will be back soon

kesar hussain

21:14 08 Dec 22

Compelled to give this practice another 5 stars after once again fantastic service. I had dental pain whilst on holiday returned to the UK last night and given an appt the morning after , Dr Rehman was caring and helped me feel at ease, and explained everything clearly and treatment completed with no issues . Highly recommend

Rayla Iqbal

13:48 14 Aug 22

Brilliant service, top quality. The hygiene and specifically the cleanliness are excellent. Made to feel comfortable and at ease, especially as I'm a nervous patient. Staff are super helpful too. Definitely recommend this practice.

Ranjit Singh

18:47 10 Aug 22

A fantastic experience from start to finish. The service has always been friendly, personal and efficient from those on reception, to Anyone in the consulting room. I would thoroughly recommend this dental practice.

Louise Hawksworth

17:14 26 Jul 22

Absolutely amazing, I have never been more at ease for a dental procedure. I have autism and ADHD and never have I found a dental practise so welcoming and understanding. They listened to what I needed and adapted accordingly. No pain, clear instructions, friendly staff and very prompt appointments. I’m one of the most nervous patients but I would happily go back again. Would give more than 5 stars if I could.

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