Our current view of the service
Updated
11 March 2026
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 20 April 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.
Mydentist - Castle Yard - Knaresborough is part of Mydentist, a dental group provider. The practice is in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire 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 6 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 18 staff. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 2 dentists, 3 dental nurses, the practice manager and a group regulatory officer.
People's experience of the service
Updated
11 March 2026
On the day of our inspection, we gathered feedback from 13 patients. Patient feedback provided a positive view of the dental team and care provided by the practice.
Comments included, “Always have an excellent experience at this practice. It is welcoming, clean and staff are lovely and courteous”, “Very good, no concerns. It’s nice seeing the same dentist every time”, “Friendly staff and wonderful dentist who listens to me and communicates clearly” and “Really good. They understand my anxieties and are really patient”.
Patients commented positively about the standards of cleanliness.
Patients felt able to book appointments within an acceptable timescale for their needs and said they had enough time during their appointment without feeling rushed.
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.
Patients told us that they were supported to maintain their oral health and were provided with appropriate information and resources.
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.