- Dentist
Brighton Dental Centre
Assessment report published 18 November 2025
Contents
Judgements
Our view of the service
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 17 October 2025.
We found the practice had met all regulations.
The practice had effective systems to identify and manage risks, including infection prevention and control.
Staff had the skills, knowledge and experience to carry out their roles.
Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation and there was effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement.
Staff provided care and treatment in line with current guidance. They treated patients with dignity and respect and ensured access to care, support, and treatment when required.
Brighton Dental Centre is part of Alliance Dental Care, a dental group provider. The practice is in Brighton and provides NHS and private dental care and treatment for adults and children.
The practice is accessed via a small step; a ramp is available. Car parking spaces available, including dedicated parking for disabled people, near the practice.
The practice had 5 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 18 staff, of which there were 6 dentists, 8 dental nurses, 7 of whom were trainees who performed dual role as receptionists, 2 dental therapists, 1 dental hygienist and the practice manager. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 1 dentist, 1 trainee dental nurse/receptionist, 2 dental therapists and the practice manager. The nominated individual and a practice manager from another site were present for support.
People's experience of this service
Two weeks before our inspection, we asked the practice to encourage patients to share their views of the service with us. We received feedback from 23 patients and saw further feedback the practice received through patient satisfaction surveys and online reviews. Patient feedback provided a positive view of the dental team and care provided by the practice.
Comments included “lovely friendly staff”, “everything runs on time” and “so kind and explained everything clearly”.
Findings from patient feedback questionnaires demonstrated that people were positive about the standards of cleanliness. Patients responded positively that they were able to book appointments within an acceptable timescale for their needs, they were given clear information to help them make an informed choice about their treatment and any associated costs.
The practice shared patient feedback with the team. We were told this was reviewed and where suggestions had been made, appropriate action would be taken.