Updated 20 August 2025
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 29 September 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 practice is in the London Borough of Barnet 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 3 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 19 staff, of which there were 6 dentists, 4 qualified dental nurses, 1 trainee dental nurse, 1 dental therapist, 2 dental hygienist, 3 receptionists, 1 treatment coordinator, and the practice manager. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including the principal dentist, 1 dental nurse, who was also the infection control lead, the assistant practice manager, who was also registered as a dental nurse, 1 dental hygienist, 2 receptionists and the practice manager.
The service provides cosmetic treatments, some of which are not in scope of CQC regulation and are not covered in our inspection.