During an assessment under our new approach
We carried out this announced onsite inspection on 22 May 2025.
We found the practice had met regulations.
Infection control procedures in place were effective.
The practice had systems to identify and manage most risks.
Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation. Staff told us 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 inspection, could access care, support and treatment when required.
Brecknock Dental is in Camden in the London Borough of Camden and provides NHS and private dental care and treatment for adults and children.
There was step-free access to the reception area of the practice. The treatment rooms were not accessible to people in wheelchairs due to steps and stairs; instead, they were directed to other nearby accessible practices. Paid on-street car parking spaces were available, including parking for disabled people.
The practice had 9 treatment rooms.At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 32 staff, of which there were 2 principal dentists, 11 associate dentists, 1 foundation dentist, 6 qualified dental nurses, 4 trainee dental nurses, 3 dental hygienists and 3 reception staff. They were supported by the assistant practice manager and the practice manager. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 2 dentists, 2 dental nurses, 2 reception staff, the assistant practice manager and the practice manager.
The service provides cosmetic treatments, some of which are not in scope of CQC regulation and are not covered in our inspection.