A "friendly and welcoming" dental practice in Melbourn has been praised in all areas in a CQC report.

Melbourn Dental Practice was assessed by the Care Quality Commission in October, and met regulations for being safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.

The report, released on Thursday, October 31, said: "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. The practice had systems to manage risks."

The practice was found to have step-free access and dedicated parking nearby for people with disabilities.

Patients were encouraged to share their views of the service with the CQC.

The report said: "We received feedback from patients which included multiple comments on the friendly and welcoming nature of staff and the excellent treatment received.

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"The practice shared patient feedback with the team. We were told this was reviewed and where suggestions had been made, appropriate action would be taken."

Melbourn Dental Practice provides NHS and private dental care for adults and children.

The team includes three dentists, two dental nurses, four trainee dental nurses and one practice manager.