Updated 2 May 2024
We had previously undertaken a comprehensive inspection under our previous methodology of Mereside Dental Practice on 2 August 2023 under Section 60 of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 as part of our regulatory functions. We found the registered provider was not providing safe or well led care and was in breach of regulations 12 and 17 of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014. We undertook a follow up focused assessment on 29 May 2024. This assessment was carried out to review the actions taken by the registered provider to improve the quality of care and to confirm that the practice was now meeting legal requirements. We found the practice had met regulations. The practice had systems to manage risks. Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation. Infection control procedures followed published guidance. There was effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement. Mereside Dental Practice is in Stoke and provides NHS and private dental care and treatment for adults and children. At the time of our assessment, the dental team included 1 dentist and 1 dental nurse, who is also the receptionist. The practice had 2 treatment rooms. During the assessment we spoke with the dentist and the dental nurse.