The Care Quality Commission
  • Dentist
  • Dentist

Smile 360 - Alexandra Avenue

404 Alexandra Avenue, Rayners Lane, Harrow, Middlesex, HA2 9TR (020) 8868 8884

Provided and run by:
Dr. Hamza Maududi

All Inspections

During an assessment under our new approach

We carried out this announced, on-site inspection on 4 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 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.

 

Smile 360- Alexandra Avenue is in the London Borough of Harrow 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, 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 20 staff, of which there were 6 dentists including 1 foundation dentist, 6 dental nurses, 1 dental hygienist, 5 receptionists and 2 administrators. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 2 dentists, 2 dental nurses, and 2 administrators.

16 January 2014

During a routine inspection

During our visit we spoke with seven people who were attending their appointments with the dentist. They all gave positive feedback about the service they had received. People were enabled to make, or participate in making, decisions about their treatment, and were given a clear explanation about the options available to them.

People were protected against unsafe or inappropriate care, and there were systems in place to ensure that care met people's individual needs.

People were protected against identifiable risks of acquiring health care associated infection. The prevention and control of infection and decontamination of dental instruments were in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Department of Health.

There were effective recruitment procedures in place to ensure that people were suitably employed for their roles. Staff felt supported, undertook ongoing training and development, and were kept informed of changes affecting the service. One person told us: "The staff are ultimate professionals."

The quality of the service was regularly assessed and reviewed through patient feedback, staff feedback, and a rolling programme of audits. Feedback was welcomed by the provider and was acted upon. This meant that provider was enabled to come to an informed view about the standard of care and treatment provided to people who used the service.