Duffield Road Dental Care
Dental Implants in Allestree
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About Duffield Road Dental Care
Duffield Road Dental Care operates on Duffield Road in the Allestree area of Derby, England. Implants are considered by many dentists the most durable way to replace a missing tooth, since the titanium post fuses with the jaw bone over several months and then supports a crown that functions much like a natural tooth. Enough healthy bone is the main prerequisite, and a graft can build that up first if needed.
A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.
Cosmetic treatment is generally the least invasive branch of dentistry, built around changing how teeth look rather than fixing something broken. Whitening and bonding sit at the lighter end; veneers and reshaping involve more planning. Most cosmetic dental insurance excludes this kind of work, since it is elective rather than medically necessary.
Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it.
A crown covers an entire damaged tooth — used when too much structure is missing for a filling to hold reliably, whether from a large fracture, extensive decay, or after root canal treatment. It restores both the shape and the biting strength of the tooth underneath.
A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring a false tooth to crowns placed on the teeth either side of the gap, creating a fixed replacement rather than a removable one. It is a longstanding alternative to an implant, particularly when the neighbouring teeth already need crowns. You can reach Duffield Road Dental Care through this page to ask a question, check current availability, or request an appointment.
Duffield Road Dental Care - Best Dental Clinic in Derby is a private and NHS dental clinic based in Derby in the heart of the East Midlands. My name is Dr Conor Donegan and I work with a very experienced dental team to offer you a full range of general dental services - including examinations, diagnosis advice and planning of treatment, preventative care, periodontal (gum disease) treatment, taking of radiographs and issuing of prescriptions, when required as well as cosmetic and specialist dent
Clinic Details
Best Known For
Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Dental Implants, Porcelain Veneers, Smile Makeovers
Business Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Saturday(Today) | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Services Offered
Orthodontics
Orthodontics at Duffield Road Dental Care corrects alignment and bite problems, with options matched to each patient's age and case.
Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Children's dentistry at Duffield Road Dental Care delivers cleanings, exams, and cavity care in a way that suits young patients and builds healthy habits early.
Dental Implants
A dental implant rebuilds a missing tooth from the root up, restoring a natural look and a stable bite.
Veneers
Veneers reshape the visible surface of the teeth, correcting color, shape, and minor alignment for a refined smile.
Smile Makeovers
A smile makeover at Duffield Road Dental Care plans cosmetic treatment as a whole, so the final result looks natural and balanced.
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Reviews
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Recent Reviews
As ever fantastic work from the team …went in expecting to loose a tooth…came out pain free and tooth intact..absolutely recommend this practice
Another successful visit to the dentists. Great practice from the moment you arrive. Friendly reception staff great you by your first name. Good timekeeping - no long wait. Both dentists, Connor & Naomi have good communication skills explaining the procedure throughout. Not rushed and pain free after the initial anaesthetic. What more can you wish for . Nov 2025.
It is exactly two years since I underwent specialist gum treatment at this practice on recommendation from my usual dentist. Having just visited the hygienist, and now being 2 years on, I can honestly say how transformative it has been. I do understand that gum disease can only be managed and not cured, but following Connor's detailed guidance and the treatment plan provided by him I can confirm that my improvement has been extraordinary and more importantly long lasting. After a significant improvement from day 1 that has been further improved and maintained. No teeth lost, no bleeding. I spend 20 minutes a day now on my teeth - every day and I just wish I had been given this advice much younger! Thanks Connor!
Highly recommended, I went today after not going to the dentist for a while due to anxiety around dentists , The staff were absolutely fantastic, first the receptionist was wonderful and very welcoming, The dentist him self was so supportive and sensitive and took the time to explain everything he was going to do very patient and professional Thank you
Always a very high standard of care. Talked me through what was happening and continually checked I was comfortable whilst completing my treatment.
I have been using the practice for around 14 years. I now have 2 children and we all attend. I highly recommend. Connor is brilliant with children and they have no worries visiting the dentist. I had an infected tooth during lockdown and Naomi was amazing in looking after me, which was quite traumatic due to the pain and procedures I needed, as well as the staff covered in extra PPE it was very daunting. My family and I do not live in Derby but we would never consider changing to a closer dentist. All the staff are friendly, welcoming and I have never worried about visiting.
I've been going to Duffield Road Dental for years and have never had anything but the best treatment from the team. Conor is very calming and puts you at ease...just what you want from your dentist! I've never felt that any of the work wasn't necessary, Conor is very good at explaining what he's going to do and why.
Having had a severe fear of dentists because of previous bad experiences I shopped around Derby and even spent money I could barely afford on three consultations. These consultations only added to my fears and did not give any confidence. This practice however were exceptional from arranging an appointment on the telephone, hearing my concerns and fears, informing me at every stage, giving me the choices relevant to cost and treatment. Generally, they were excellent! And that is after two pain- free extractions. A therapeutic experience!
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