During an assessment under our new approach
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 23 April 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.
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.
Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation.
Systems to review and investigate incidents and accidents were not consistently followed.
Warrington Dental Care (trading as Smilebay Lymm) is in Lymm, Warrington 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 available near the practice.
The practice had 2 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 14 staff, of which there were 6 dentists, 1 dental therapist, 2 qualified dental nurses, 3 trainee dental nurses, 1 receptionist and the practice manager. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 2 dentists, 1 dental nurse, 1 trainee dental nurse, 1 receptionist and the practice manager.