This was a follow up inspection that related to recruitment of staff.

We found that the provider was obtaining all the necessary information that related to staff recruitment in order to assure themselves that only suitable people worked at the practice.

During our inspection we spoke with three patients, two members of staff, the registered manager and the provider. We also reviewed eleven patient records.

The patients we spoke with were very happy with the service. One patient told us they had “Total confidence” in the dentist. We were told that no treatment was carried out without the consent of the patient.

We saw evidence that staff were trained in safeguarding vulnerable adults and children and had information on who to contact if they had any concerns.

We found that the practice had the necessary arrangements in place which ensured that equipment was suitable and safe for the patients who used the service.

We found that although the practice had a recruitment policy, this was not always followed. We found there were some gaps in the information required for staff.

None of the patients that we spoke with had felt the need to complain. However they all said they could approach the staff if they had any complaints.

The people who spoke with us said that they had been using the practice for a number of years and were very satisfied with the treatment and care provided. Staff were said to be knowledgeable and experienced, taking care to provide information and advice on an individual basis.

We were told that staff were professional and always treated them with dignity and respect, taking into account personal preferences.