Updated 6 December 2024
We carried out this announced, on-site assessment on 19 December 2024. We found the practice had met regulations. Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation and there was effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement. Patients were treated with dignity and respect and at the time of our assessment, could access care, support and treatment when required. Patients’ care and treatment was provided in line with current guidance and infection control procedures were in place. Recruitment procedures reflected current legislation and there was effective leadership and a culture of continuous improvement. The practice had systems to manage risks and quality assurance, we identified some areas where improvements should be made. SpaDental Chard is part of SpaDental, a dental group provider. The practice is in Chard, Somerset and provides private dental care for adults and NHS treatment for children. The practice is located on the first and second floor of the building on Chard High Street, above a building society. The practice had 3 treatment rooms, 1 on the first floor and 2 on the second floor. During the assessment we spoke with 1 dentist, 1 dental nurse, 1 dental therapist and the practice manager.