The Care Quality Commission
  • Dentist
  • Dentist

Mr Dentist Childrens Practice

7 North End Road, Golders Green, London, NW11 7RJ (020) 8458 4455

Provided and run by:
Dr. Jeremy Kaufman

All Inspections

19 February 2014

During a routine inspection

Patients' dignity was respected. During our inspection, we heard the principal dentist interact with patients aged between 5 ' 8 years old. He was personable, communicative and engaging. A dental nurse we spoke with told us that staff aimed to 'win the trust and respect' of patients. They also stressed the importance of not being dismissive of patients' opinions because of their age.

Patients' care and treatment reflected relevant research and guidance. We looked at provider records and saw evidence that the dentist undertook specialist training in children's dental care.

None of the parents we spoke with expressed concern about the safety of their children at the practice. One parent told us 'the dentist is good with children.'

We saw that the waiting area and treatment rooms were clean and clutter free. The provider had a dedicated room for cleaning and sterilising dental instruments. Staff could explain the process to be followed to ensure that dental instruments were properly cleaned and sterilised. The provider's sterilising machine had been serviced within the last 12 months, in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.

None of the patients we spoke with expressed concerns about the cleanliness of the treatment rooms and overall environment.

Neither of the parents we spoke with expressed concerns about accuracy of records or confidentiality.

8 June 2012

During a routine inspection

People told us they were very happy with the service they had received and that they felt that they were involved in their child's treatment. They said that they felt welcomed by the staff and that the practice environment was fun and relaxed. People told us that the practice was clean and tidy.

People said they felt their child was well looked after particularly where their child was of a very nervous disposition. They also told us that their treatment was explained to them in a way that they could understand. People said they felt able to ask questions and raise concerns about the treatment of their child and were confident about approaching the dental team to ensure they knew what to expect both before and after treatment.