Updated 13 December 2024
We undertook a follow-up on-site assessment on 26 February 2025. This was carried out to review the actions taken by the registered provider to improve the quality of care and to assess whether the practice was meeting legal requirements. We had previously undertaken an announced on-site assessment of Ramsbottom Dental Care on 12 November 2024. We had found the registered provider was not providing safe care and was in breach of regulation 12 safe care and treatment of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014. During our follow-up assessment, we found the practice had met regulations. The practice had systems to manage risks. Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation. Infection control procedures followed published guidance. Patients’ care and treatment was provided in line with current guidance. Patients were treated with dignity and respect. At the time of our assessment, we found that patients could access care, support and treatment when required. There was effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement. The practice is in Ramsbottom and provides private dental care and treatment for adults and children. There was step-free access to the practice and car parking spaces, including dedicated parking for disabled people, were available near the practice. The practice had 5 treatment rooms. The total number of staff was 18. During the follow-up assessment we spoke with the practice manager.