Updated 19 August 2025
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 16 January 2026.
We found the practice had met regulations.
Staff had the skills, knowledge and experience to carry out their roles.
Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation.
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.
The practice had systems to identify and manage risks, which required some improvements.
Infection control procedures required some improvements.
The practice is in Southampton and provides mainly NHS dental care and treatment for adults and children.
There was step-free access to the practice and car parking spaces available, including dedicated parking for disabled people, near the practice.
The practice had 2 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 7 staff, of which there were 2 dentists, 2 dental nurses, 1 apprentice dental nurse, 1 receptionist and 1 administrator. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including the principal dentist, 1 dental nurse and the receptionist. A second individual provider used the premises 2 days a week under the terms of a Service Level Agreement.