During this inspection we spoke with the practice manager, two dentists, three dental nurses and a receptionist. We also spoke on the telephone with six people who used the practice.

People who used the practice were very complimentary about the care and treatment they received. One person said the practice was: “Brilliant I would highly recommend it”. People told us they were given information about their treatment and the dentist: “Explained everything I needed to know”. There was medication and oxygen available for medical emergencies and staff were trained to know what to do if a person became unwell at the practice.

The practice was clean and hygienic. People we spoke with confirmed that this was their experience too. There were suitable arrangements for the cleaning, sterilising and storing of instruments so that people were not placed at risk of infection.

The dental team were qualified and maintained their continuous professional development as required by the General Dental Council so that they knew how to provide appropriate treatment and support to people.

The provider had systems of audits in place to enable them to monitor the quality of the service provided. This made sure that people received appropriate care and treatment. People were asked for their views about the practice and these were listened to. This made sure that people felt involved in their care and treatment.