Linden Cottage Dental Practice

During an assessment under our new approach

We carried out this on-site announced assessment on 30 May 2024. 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. 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 effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement. Linden Cottage Dental Practice is part of Riverdale Health Care a dental group provider. The practice is in Ashington and provides NHS and private dental care and treatment for adults and children. The practice also provides NHS orthodontic treatment. At the time of our assessment, the dental team included 4 dentists, 1 domiciliary care dentist, 1 specialist orthodontist, 5 qualified dental nurses, 2 trainee dental nurses, 1 dental hygienist, 1 dental therapist, 1 orthodontic therapist, 2 receptionists and 1 practice manager. The practice had 4 treatment rooms. During the assessment we spoke with 2 dentists, 2 dental nurses, 2 receptionists and the practice manager.

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