Updated 9 October 2025
We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 16 December 2025.
We found the practice had met regulations.
There was effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement.
The practice had effective systems to identify and manage risks, including infection prevention and control.
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.
Staff had the skills, knowledge and experience to carry out their roles.
Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation. The processes for obtaining Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work checks should be reviewed.
Systems to review and investigate incidents and accidents should be reviewed to ensure they are effective and lessons learned. The provider confirmed this would be addressed.
Rothwell Dental Surgery (known locally as FP Dental) is in Rothwell, Leeds 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 car parking spaces available, including dedicated parking for disabled people, next to the practice. The toilet is not accessible to wheelchair users.
The practice had 3 treatment rooms. At the time of our inspection, there was a total of 13 staff, of which there were 4 dentists, 5 dental nurses including 1 trainee, 1 dental therapist, 1 dental hygienist, and the practice manager. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection, including 2 dentists and 2 dental nurses (one of whom is also the site manager).