The Care Quality Commission
  • Dentist
  • Dentist

Washcommon Dental Practice

2 Essex Street, Wash Common, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 6QN (01635) 45876

Provided and run by:
Dr. Seepaul Singh

All Inspections

During an assessment under our new approach


We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 25 June 2025.

We found the practice had met regulations.

Infection control procedures in place were effective.

The practice had effective systems to identify and manage risks.

Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation and there was effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement.

Patients’ care and treatment was provided in line with current guidance.

Patients were treated with dignity and respect and at the time of our inspection, could access care, support and treatment when required.

The practice is in Newbury and provides 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, of which there were 5 dentists, 5 dental nurses, 2 dental hygienists, 4 receptionists and the practice manager.

We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 4 dentists, 4 dental nurses, 2 dental hygienists, 2 reception staff and the practice manager.

13 March 2013

During a routine inspection

The receptionist welcomed patients into the practice and knew them by name. People using the service told us they were given appropriate information regarding their treatment so they understood the choices available to them.

One patient told us, 'You won't find a better dentist. It's not just the expertise it's the personal touch. They know me and my problems. I feel they genuinely care'. Another person said, 'They are truly excellent. You're reassured all the way through so you don't worry and always have time to consider your treatment'.

We reviewed people's clinical record and found that people had received an initial assessment. This considered their general medical condition, medication they were using and any known allergic reactions. This information had been used by the dentist when prescribing treatments so that they could be provided safely.

People were cared for in a clean, hygienic environment. We found high standards of cleanliness and infection control based on effective sterilisation and decontamination procedures.

Records showed that the dentists, dental nurses and the dental hygienists were registered with their professional body. This meant that they had completed approved courses of study and had demonstrated their fitness to practice.

There was an effective complaints system and the provider was clearly committed to recording, investigating and resolving complaints to the satisfaction of the service user.