- Dentist
Smile Design Dental Ltd
Assessment report published 22 October 2026
Contents
Judgements
Our view of the service
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 10 September 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 mostly 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.
The practice is in Wendover and provides private dental care and treatment for adults and children.
There was step-free access to the practice.
The practice had 2 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 3 staff, of which there was 1 dentist, 1 dental nurse, and 1 receptionist. We spoke to all members of the team during our inspection.
The service provides cosmetic treatments, some of which are not in scope of CQC regulation and are not covered in our inspection.
People's experience of this service
Two weeks before our inspection, we asked the practice to encourage patients to share their views of the service with us. We reviewed patient feedback we received, and feedback routinely obtained by the practice. Patient feedback provided a positive view of the dental team and care provided by the practice.
Comments included that staff were professional, friendly and caring. Patients praised the high standard of customer service and the quality of care provided. Feedback indicated that patients felt valued and respected, with team members demonstrating kindness, patience and professionalism during their interactions.
Patients commented positively about the standards of cleanliness.
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.