- Dentist
Bloxham Dental Practice - Godswell Stables
Assessment report published 15 June 2026
Contents
Judgements
Our view of the service
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on Wednesday 27 May 2026.
We found the practice had met all 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 practice is in Bloxham 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 7 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 19 staff, of which there were 4 dentists, 7 dental nurses, 2 dental hygiene therapist, 3 receptionists, the practice manager, the operations manager and the compliance lead. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 3 dentists, 2 dental nurses, 1 dental hygiene therapist, the practice manager, the operations manager and the compliance lead.
People's experience of this service
On the day of our inspection, we saw patient feedback from 5 patients. Patient feedback provided a positive view of the dental team and care provided by the practice.
Two patients felt able to book appointments within an acceptable timescale for their needs.
Patients told us they were given clear information to help them make an informed choice about their treatment and any associated costs. They were involved in decisions about their care.
Patients said when they were prescribed medicines, sufficient information was given.
Four of the 5 patients commented positively about the standards of cleanliness.
One patient told us they did not know how to complain if they had an issue and did not know how to get emergency dental treatment when the practice was closed.
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.