Our current view of the service
Updated
7 March 2025
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 23 May 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.
Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation and 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.
The practice is in Shrewsbury, Shropshire and provides NHS and private orthodontic care and treatment for adults and children.
There was no step-free access to the practice. Car parking spaces were available, including dedicated parking for disabled people, near the practice.
The practice had 3 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 11 staff, of which there were 2 orthodontists, 4 qualified dental nurses, 1 orthodontic therapist, 3 receptionists and a practice manager. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 1 orthodontist, 2 qualified dental nurses and the practice manager.
People's experience of the service
Updated
7 March 2025
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 8 patients. On the day of our inspection, we received feedback from a further 9 patients. Patient feedback provided a positive view of the dental team and care provided by the practice.
Comments included, “Very knowledgeable and approachable. Felt very well looked after”, “Very positive, short waiting times and very professional” and “Excellent, very helpful and patient.”
Patients commented positively about the standards of cleanliness.
Patients felt able to book appointments within an acceptable timescale for their needs and said they had enough time during their appointment without feeling rushed.
Patients told us they were given clear information to help them make an informed choice about their treatment and any associated costs. They were involved in decisions about their care.
Patients told us that they were supported to maintain their oral health and were provided with appropriate information and resources.
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.