Updated 17 October 2024
We carried out this announced on-site assessment on 17 March 2025.
We found the practice had met regulations.
Infection control procedures in place were effective.
The practice had effective systems to identify and manage risks.
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 practice is in Bedford and provides NHS and private dental care and treatment for adults and children.
Access to the practice was via a flight of stairs so wheelchair users were unable to be accommodated. Patients requiring wheelchair access were signposted to a nearby practice. Car parking spaces were available near the practice, including dedicated parking for disabled people.
The practice had 4 treatment rooms, however only 2 were in use at the time of our assessment. There was a total of 11 staff, of which there were 3 dentists, 4 trainee dental nurses, 1 dental hygienist, 1 dental therapist and 2 receptionists. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our assessment.