The Care Quality Commission
  • Dentist
  • Dentist

Boldon Lane Dental Practice

51-53 Boldon Lane, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE34 0AR (0191) 454 8489

Provided and run by:
David White

All Inspections

During an assessment under our new approach

We carried out this announced on-site assessment on 18 March 2025.

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.

The practice is in South Sheilds and provides NHS dental care and treatment for adults and children.

There was step-free access to the practice and car parking spaces were available near the practice.

The practice had 2 treatment rooms. The total number of staff was 8. During the assessment we spoke with 3 dentists, 4 dental nurses and the practice manager. We gathered feedback from staff and spoke to a range of staff during our assessment.

26 September 2013

During a routine inspection

The dental practice had a current contract with the NHS to provide NHS orthodontic treatment. We found there were suitable arrangements for obtaining people's consent for the care and treatment provided to them. People told us they were always asked for this and their medical history was asked for and updated at each appointment.

We looked at how the people who were using the service were supported to express their views and be involved in making decisions about their care and treatment. This included detailed treatment plans and patient records the options discussed and the reasons for the selection of the treatment delivered. A patient we spoke with told us "I am always happy with the care I get", and "The dentist makes sure I understand what the choices are before he does anything".

People were protected from the risk of infection because appropriate guidance had been followed for example an organised and managed decontamination room. Staff understood how to follow best practice guidance for reducing the risk of cross infection.

Staff were supported to maintain personal professional development and other training. This helped to ensure that people who used the service received safe treatment by a competent staff team.

The practice was well managed with quality of care and treatment being monitored regularly. This helped to ensure that the service was run in the best interests of the people who were using it.