Updated 20 October 2025
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 2 February 2026.
We found the practice had met 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 treated patients with dignity and respect and ensured access to care, support, and treatment when required.
Staff provided care and treatment in line with current guidance. The practice should ensure clinicians take into account the guidance provided by the College of General Dentistry when completing dental care records.
The practice should implement a system to ensure routine patient referrals to other dental, or health care professionals are monitored.
The practice is in Wakefield city centre and provides private dental care and treatment for adults and children.
There was a portable ramp to provide step-free access to the practice. Pay and display car parks were available, including dedicated parking for disabled people, near the practice. Wheelchair users may not be able to access the ground floor toilet.
The practice had 2 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 17 staff, of which there were 6 dentists, 4 dental nurses (including 1 trainee), 1 dental hygienist, 2 receptionists, a practice manager, 2 cleaners and an administrator. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 1 dentist, 2 dental nurses, 1 receptionist and the practice manager.