Registered from 4 October 2013.
Dentist · independent evidence profile
Writtle Dental Surgery
4 Lawford Lane, Writtle, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3EA
CQC location 1-891750572NHS organisation code V07652
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Area information from the registered record does not establish who funds or commissions this service. ODS code V07652. Data refreshed 19 October 2026.
Location and contact
4 Lawford Lane, Writtle, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3EA
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CQC assessment breakdown
How the service was assessed
These are CQC key-question results for this location. A percentage is shown only where CQC publishes one.
Caring
The service has met the regulations
Effective
The service has met the regulations
Responsive
The service has met the regulations
Safe
The service has met the regulations
Well-led
The service has met the regulations
Latest published evidence
Ongoing Assessment for Writtle Dental Surgery
Assessment dated 29 November 2024. Published 18 March 2025.
What CQC reported
Not applicable
People’s experience
Two weeks before our on-site assessment, we asked the practice to encourage patients to share their views of the service with us. We received feedback from 44 patients. On the day of our assessment, we spoke with and saw patient feedback from a further 4 patients. Patient feedback provided a wholly positive view of the dental team and care provided by the practice. Comments included; ‘Keep your records up to date and regularly check if there are any changes, able to fit you in and give you the attention you need. I couldn't be happier with them. Clear honest communication and care have been the way they've operated from the start. And I've never had a bad experience with them in all these years’, ‘They are always willing to assist and take the time to thoroughly explain the necessary treatments for the care of my teeth and gums’ and ‘I feel welcomed and at ease during my visits and my experience has significantly reduced any anxiety I previously felt about attending my appointments’. Patients commented positively about the standards of cleanliness. Comments included; ‘Management of the practice is very good, the whole team are friendly and inspire confidence. The whole practice has been modernised’. They told us they were able to book appointments within an acceptable timescale for their needs and that they had enough time during their appointment without feeling rushed.
Patients said they were given clear information to help them make an informed choice about their treatment and any associated costs. They were involved in decisions about their care.
When they were prescribed medicines, patients felt that sufficient information was given. We were told; ‘Always provides comprehensive advice’ and ‘The practice is extremely well organised in terms of planning, appointment systems and communication’.
Patients also felt they they were supported to maintain their oral health and were provided with appropriate information and resources.
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Services and regulated activities
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Service types
Dentist
Regulated activities
Treatment of disease, disorder or injurySurgical proceduresDiagnostic and screening procedures
Specialisms
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Published record
Rating and report history
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18 June 2015Inspected but not ratedCQC rating history
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