Updated 24 September 2026
We undertook a follow-up on-site inspection on 19 October 2026. This was carried out to review the actions taken by the registered provider to improve systems and processes relating to governance and to assess whether the practice was meeting legal requirements.
We had previously undertaken an announced on-site inspection of Northwick Park Dental Practice on 13 March 2026. We had found the registered provider was not providing well-led care and was in breach of regulation 17 (Good governance) of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014.
During our follow-up inspection, we found the practice had met regulations.
The practice had improved systems for identifying, assessing and mitigating risks, including -the risks associated with fire and premises safety, legionella, and general health and safety.
Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation.
Staff had the skills, knowledge and experience to carry out their roles. There were systems in place to monitor training to ensure appropriate action can be taken quickly when training requirements were not being met.
There were improved systems in place for governance, oversight and continuous improvement.
The practice is located on the ground floor of Northwick Park Hospital 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 within the hospital grounds, including dedicated parking for disabled people.
The practice had 3 treatment rooms.At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 12 staff, of which there was the principal dentist, 2 dentists, 3 qualified dental nurses, 2 trainee dental nurses, 3 dental hygienists and the practice manager. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke with the principal dentist and the practice manager.