Updated 4 September 2024
We had previously undertaken a comprehensive inspection of Queensgate Dental Practice on 13 March 2024, 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 well-led care and was in breach of Regulation 17 of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014. We undertook a follow up focused assessment on 10 October 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 improved systems to manage risks. Infection control procedures followed published guidance. There was effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement. Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation. Improvements should be made to obtain up to date evidence of checks on agency staff, and timely testing to ensure clinical staff have appropriate immunity levels. The practice is in Burnley and provides private dental care and treatment for adults and children. There was step free access to the practice and car parking spaces, including dedicated parking for disabled people, were available near the practice. The practice had 4 treatment rooms. During the assessment we spoke with 1 dentist, 2 dental nurses and the practice manager.