During an assessment under our new approach
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 15 September 2026.
We found the practice had met regulations.
The practice had effective systems to identify risks, including infection prevention and control. Improvements were required to the system for acting on identified risks.
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.
Battle Road Dental Practice is part of South Cliff a dental group provider. The practice is in St Leonards-on-Sea 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 near the practice.
The practice had 9 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 30 staff. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 1 dentist, 3 dental nurses, 2 dental therapists, the practice manager, the assistant practice manager, the head of compliance, the compliance manager and a clinical director.