Updated 28 August 2025
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 25 November 2025.
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.
The Maltings Dental Practice is in Grantham, Lincolnshire 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, at the practice.
The practice had 12 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 53 staff, of which there were 20 dentists, 19 dental nurses, 2 dental therapists, 1 dental hygienist, 7 receptionists, 1 business manager, 1 clinical manager, 1 practice manager and a handy man. We gathered feedback and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 5 dentists, 3 dental nurses, and all 3 managers.
The service provides cosmetic treatments, some of which are not in scope of CQC regulation and are not covered in our inspection.