Alpha Dental Care Market Harborough

Updated 25 March 2026

We carried out this announced on-site inspection on 15 July 2026.

We found the practice had met regulations.

The practice had effective systems to identify and manage 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 and ensured access to care, support, and treatment when required.

Alpha Dental Care Market Harborough is part of Riverdale Tradeco Limited, a dental group provider. The practice is in Market Harborough 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 inspection, there was a total of 35 staff, of which there were 11 dentists (including 2 orthodontists and an endodontist), 13 dental nurses (including 4 trainee dental nurses), 2 orthodontic therapists, 2 dental hygienists, 5 receptionists, a practice support manager and the practice manager. We gathered feedback and spoke to a range of staff during our inspection.

Updated 25 March 2026

Two weeks before our inspection, we asked the practice to encourage patients to share their views of the service with us. We reviewed patient feedback we received, and feedback routinely obtained by the practice. Patient feedback provided a positive view of the dental team and care provided by the practice.

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 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 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.