Updated 17 June 2024
We carried out this on-site announced assessment on 3 July 2024 We found the practice had not met all regulations. Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation. Infection control procedures broadly followed published guidance. Patients’ care and treatment was provided in line with current guidance. Patients were treated with dignity and respect. At the time of our assessment, patients could access care, support and treatment when required. There was, however, a lack of effective leadership, and not all risks associated with undertaking of regulated activities had been suitably identified and mitigated. The practice is in Crouch End in the London borough of Haringey and provides NHS and private dental care and treatment for adults and children. At the time of our assessment, the dental team included the principal dentist, an associate dentist, 3 dental nurses, 1 of whom was on maternity leave, 1 dental hygienist, 1 practice manager who also worked on reception. The practice had 2 treatment rooms. During the assessment we spoke with 2 dentists, 2 dental nurses and the practice manager. The provider was not complying with 1 regulation. Full details of the regulation the provider was not meeting are within the quality statement section of the report. We have asked the provider for an action plan in response to the concerns found at this assessment.