Updated 30 October 2024
We carried out this announced on-site assessment on 5 March 2025.
We found the practice had met regulations.
The practice had effective systems to identify and manage risks.
Infection control procedures in place were effective.
Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation and there was effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement.
Patients’ care and treatment was provided in line with current guidance.
Patients were treated with dignity and respect and at the time of our assessment, could access care, support and treatment when required.
The Whiter Smile Limited is in the City of London and provides private dental care and treatment for predominantly adults which includes an emergency walk in service.
The practice had 2 treatment rooms which are located on the first and second floors of the building and are not accessible to wheelchair users. Public transport services are located near the practice. At the time of our assessment, there was a total of 12 staff, of which there were 4 associate dentists, 3 dental nurses, 1 trainee dental nurse, 3 receptionists and the practice manager. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our assessment, including 1 dentist, 2 dental nurses,1 receptionist and the practice manager.