- Dentist
Trafford Dental Centre
Assessment report published 19 February 2026
Contents
Judgements
Our view of the service
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 2 February 2026.
We found the practice had met regulations.
The practice had systems to identify risks. Improvements are required to the system for managing the risks associated with fire.
Infection prevention and control procedures reflected national guidance.
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. Improvements are required to the system for maintaining evidence of staff training.
Staff provided care and treatment in line with current guidance.
Staff treated patients with dignity and respect and ensured access to care, support, and treatment when required.
Trafford Dental Centre is part of Smart Dental a dental group provider. The practice is in Manchester 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 are available near the practice.
The practice had 5 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 25 staff. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 2 dentists, 2 dental nurses, 1 dental therapist, 1 receptionist, the operations manager and the practice manager.
People's experience of this service
On the day of our inspection, we received feedback from 10 patients. Patient feedback provided a positive view of the dental team and care provided by the practice.
Comments included, “Always received good service each time I come for my appointment”, “Environment feels safe and clean”, “Wonderful, friendly and quick experience”, “Was easy to make an appointment”, “Reception staff very friendly and helpful” and “Great staff, respectful, polite, informative and friendly. Treatment when needed was good”.
Patients commented positively about the standards of cleanliness.
Patients felt able to book appointments within an acceptable timescale for their needs and said they had enough time during their appointment without feeling rushed.
Patients told us they were given clear information to help them make an informed choice about their treatment and any associated costs. They were involved in decisions about their care.
Patients said when they were prescribed medicines, sufficient information was given.
Patients told us that they were supported to maintain their oral health and were provided with appropriate information and resources.
The practice shared patient feedback with the team. We were told this was reviewed and where suggestions had been made, appropriate action would be taken.