During an assessment under our new approach
We found the practice had not met all regulations.
Infection prevention and control procedures in place were not always effective.
Recruitment procedures did not reflect current legislation.
The practice had some systems to manage risks although improvements were required. There were no risk assessments for legionella or fire.
Leadership was not always effective and governance systems were lacking.
Systems to support a culture of continuous improvement and development were not established at the service.
Patients were treated with dignity and respect and at the time of our assessment, could access care, support and treatment when required.
Patients’ care and treatment was provided in line with current guidance.
There was scope for improvement in the safeguarding processes in place.
The practice is in Canley, Coventry and provides NHS and 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 near the practice.
The practice had 2 treatment rooms. At the time of our assessment, there was a total of 8 staff, of which there was 1 dentist, 2 dental nurses, including 1 trainee, 3 dental hygienists and 2 receptionists. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our assessment.
The provider was not complying with 2 regulations. Full details of the regulations the provider was not meeting are within the assessment findings below.
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