During an assessment under our new approach
We found the practice had met regulations.
Infection control procedures in place were effective.
The practice had effective systems to identify and manage risks.
Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation and there was effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement.
Patients’ care and treatment was provided in line with current guidance.
Patients were treated with dignity and respect and at the time of our assessment, could access care, support and treatment when required.
Junction Lane Dental Surgery practice is in St Helens and provides NHS and private dental care and treatment for adults and children.
There was step-free access to the practice and car parking spaces available, including dedicated parking for disabled people, near the practice.
The practice had 3 treatment rooms. At the time of our assessment, there was a total of 7 staff, of which there were 2 dentists, 3 dental nurses, 1 trainee dental nurse, and the practice manager (who was also a qualified dental nurse). We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our assessment, including 2 dentists, 2 dental nurses, and the practice manager.
The service provides cosmetic treatments, some of which are not in scope of regulation and are not covered in our assessment.