A DENTAL practice has been praised by the healthcare regulator following a recent inspection.

The Care Quality Commission paid a visit to the Tooth Doctor (UK), based in Southgate House, in Town Square, Basildon.

In a report published yesterday, a comprehensive inspection revealed that its services are safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.

It read: “Patients were very positive about the care they received from the service. Patients told us that they were happy with the treatment and advice they had received.

“We found that this practice was providing responsive care in accordance with the relevant regulations.”

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