During an assessment under our new approach
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 27 May 2025.
We found the practice had met regulations.
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.
An infection control policy was in place.The procedures followed by staff should be reviewed.
The practice had effective systems to identify and manage risks.
The practice had effective systems for staff to report investigate incidents and accidents. Improvements should be made to the documentation of these.
The practice is in Linthwaite, Huddersfield and provides NHS and private dental care and treatment for adults and children.
There was step-free access to the rear of the practice, and cars can be parked on the drive by prior arrangement with the practice to facilitate access for wheelchair users. On street parking spaces are available outside the practice.
The practice had 5 treatment rooms.At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 14 staff, of which there were 5 dentists, 1 dental hygienist, 4 dental nurses, 2 trainee dental nurses, 1 receptionist and the practice manager. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 2 dentists, 2 dental nurses, the receptionist and the practice manager.