During an assessment under our new approach
We carried out this announced assessment on 7 April 2025.
We found the practice had met regulations.
Infection control procedures in place were effective.
The practice had effective systems to identify and manage risks.
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 assessment, could access care, support and treatment when required.
Shaz Associates Ltd, also known as Dental Works, is in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire 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 7 treatment rooms. At the time of our assessment, there was a total of 29 staff, of which there were 9 dentists, 10 dental nurses, 2 dental therapists, 2 dental hygienists, 1 dental technician, 6 receptionists, 1 treatment coordinator, 1 administrator and 2 practice managers. Five members of staff took on additional (dual) roles. We gathered feedback and spoke to a range of staff during our assessment, including 3 dentists, 1 dental nurse and the practice manager.