“I attended the surgery and was seen on time. My dentist, Dhrumil Patel, welcomed me and immediately puts you at...” ease. After my check up, I asked a number of questions, which he answered and explained in such a way, that you can't fail to understand. He also shows images, so its a visual thing as well. He takes his time, which makes you feel its not a production line. All in all, a very pleasant dental experience.”
“Incredible experience start to finish! Dr Jatan was amazing, not pushy at all and was extremely knowledgeable and kind. Invisalign...” treatment went perfectly, whitening too. Can't recommend enough.”
“Excellent! I would never have dreamed of giving a dentist such a comment! But it is true! Highly recommended.”
“Had my hygienist appointment with Mayurahea and was super informative throughout, he was also very gentle during the treatment. I...” attended with my little one who is 20months and Lidia was super with my little one and gave her cuddles whilst I was having my treatment.”
“Good serviceStaff and dentist, polite and courteous, and professional at all times.Would recommend”
“My first appointment at this practice. I am very anxious attending for dental work but I was quickly put at...” ease. As I was having an extraction done I knew it was likely to be a bit uncomfortable but it was no where near as bad as I anticipated.The dentist explained what he was doing all the time and was very calm and reassuring. The tooth was extracted a lot easier than I was expecting. I have decided to stay with this practice and have some restorative work done in due course. Thank you.”
“Crossways Dental at Coulsdon is a friendly and efficient surgery, and the treatment is always up to expectations - professional,...” careful and complete.Overall the experience inspires confidence.”
“I m having implant work done, happy with how the treatment is progressing very friendly and efficient practice.This is the...” second time I have had implant work carried out at this practice, I was pleased with the first treatment in 2021.I am happy with the work of Dr Shane Patel.”
“I come to see the hygienist regularly and she is always very thoroughly masked up to protect us both which...” is a nice and considerate touch. As far as my teeth are concerned, she always gives them a thorough clean and has helped me with some much appreciated tips with sensitive teeth. I had a pain free experience which is always nice. Thank you 😁”
“Great service.The receptionist greeted with a smile .The service from the hyginest was also professional.I would recommend to friends and...” families. .”
“Timely and thorough examination and clean carried out. The dental practitioner discussed any concerns that I had and no further...” action was required. Next check-up in 6 months time. Overall my expectations were more than satisfied.”
“Booked my appointment online and I was made to feel comfortable at my appointment as I have a fear of...” dentists. I have a treatment plan set up which is clear and I can understand my treatment and when it will be and there are no surprises.Also you pay as you go so you don’t get one large bill at the end. The staff are friendly.It was a good experience as I really don’t like going to the dentist.”
“Made an emergency appointment at the start of the year for a toothache and received great service from Dr Vanesha....” She was really friendly and gentle and was able to treat me. I love the online booking system because without it I may have not been able to get in as soon as I did. My elderly father also goes to the practice and Dr Dhrumil is absolutely brilliant with him. A really great, friendly, and professional practice that I would most definitely recommend.”
“Efficient and friendly receptionist. Dentist, Jamie, was professional and personable. Explained everything clearly and without unneccesary jargon. He...” inspired confidence.”
“Seen on time by Dhru, who is very polite, professional and informative. He puts you at ease with his lovely...” manner. His assistant was lovely too. As good an experience as going to the dentist can be. Would happily recommend to family and friends!”
“My family have been patients at the surgery for several years and we are really happy with the care they...” provide. All of the staff are friendly, supportive and helpful and they always give excellent follow up advice.”
“Dhru knows me well and pays attention to detail. It’s a calm and pleasant experience with all new equipment.”
“Visited 30.8.23. Saw Vanesha. Thorough examination and feedback. Caring and fun.”
“Vanesha is a very professional, caring and friendly dentist. I have total trust and confidence under her care. ...” Everyone in the practice I met are very friendly. Hygienist is very friendly and professional too. I am happy to recommend others to join the practice.”
“Vanesha is excellent. I'm quite nervous when it comes to dental procedures and she was super nice and made me...” feel at ease.”
“Newly updated surgery.Receptionist excellent, if not for her input, I may not have taken on the plan. Indigo I...” believe that's her name. Thank you”
“Always a good experience having any dental treatment from Vanesha who knows I am not a very relaxed patient! She...” always takes time to explain any process and is extremely patient with me! I travel 1.5 hours as I moved away but when you find a good dentist, stick with them! Highly recommend this surgery.”
“I have had extremely considerate and friendly attention. I'm lucky to have found this dentist. Thank you”
“My most recent visit, on 16th January 2023, was for a regular session with the dental hygienist; as always, the...” job was thoroughly done in a pleasant atmosphere. I've been attending the practice for many years, under both its current and previous management, and would recommend it to others.Update for 17th July 2023. Another session with a different, but also excellent, hygienist - apart from doing a thorough job in a pleasant and new surgery, she provided useful extra advice on dental care. As before, I'd certainly recommend Crossways to others.Update for 22nd January 2024. I was back to my regular hygienist for this visit and, as always, she did a thorough job in a pleasant manner. I continue to recommend Crossways to others, particularly as refurbishment of the practice is now near completion.”
“My most recent visit, on 16th January 2023, was for a regular session with the dental hygienist; as always, the...” job was thoroughly done in a pleasant atmosphere. I've been attending the practice for many years, under both its current and previous management, and would recommend it to others.Update for 17th July 2023. Another session with a different, but also excellent, hygienist - apart from doing a thorough job in a pleasant and new surgery, she provided useful extra advice on dental care. As before, I'd certainly recommend Crossways to others.Update for 22nd January 2024. I was back to my regular hygienist for this visit and, as always, she did a thorough job in a pleasant manner. I continue to recommend Crossways to others, particularly as refurbishment of the practice is now near completion.Update for 22nd July 2024. Another visit to my regular hygienist, who did her usual friendly and thorough job. My recommendation for Crossways is as before as their service remains excellent.”
“Vanessa is lovely and kind and deals with a nervous patient really gently.”
“The staff are so helpful and professional. The dentist helps you relax and does an excellent job!!!”
“Lovely and clean refurbishment. Great service too. Definitely recommend them.”
“Vanesha is lovely and kind and deals with a nervous patient really gently.”
“Dhrumil is incredibly professional, explains everything thoroughly, is quick and accurate. I would recommend him and his assistant for any...” dental work.”
“I recently registered with crossways dental and they have gone above and beyond with all my and my family's needs...” , the reception is friendly and very welcoming the practice is very clean and staff that I have met so far have been very helpful along the way in getting my gum health to a better place and my smile back to its shiny self .”
“Seen by Dhru, who is very polite, professional and informative. He puts you at ease with his lovely manner. His...” assistant was lovely too. Had a filling this time and it was a pain free experience. Would happily recommend to family and friends!”
“I was very impressed with whole appointment. The dentist himself very efficient and practical a very good experience”
“Really clean, high tech surgery with such a friendly bunch of staff. From reception to dentist everyone was lovely”
“Excellent dental practice. I see Vanesha who is kind, explains everything and is a very good dentist. Thoroughly...” recommend.”
“Ive recently joined and the dental surgery is the best ive been too, clean modern and the team is great,...” thanks to vanesha for a very good filling today.”
“Can't fault the service, prompt response to the issue and pain being experienced, friendliness of the receptionist, and diligence of...” the dentist (Shane) and after care email and telephone call following an extraction. No pain associated with the treatment but cost associated with non-NHS dentistry would frighten many (hence 4*)”
“I cannot recommend Dr. Vanesha Patel at Crossways Dental in Coulsdon highly enough! From the moment I walked in, her...” warm and professional demeanor immediately put me at ease. Dr. Patel has an incredible ability to explain treatments in a way that is clear, thorough, and reassuring, making me feel completely informed and confident about my dental care.Her skill and precision in carrying out the treatment were truly impressive. She worked with such care and attention to detail, ensuring that I was comfortable throughout the entire process. The results exceeded my expectations, and I couldn't be happier with her work.If you're looking for a dentist who combines expertise, compassion, and excellent communication, Dr. Vanesha Patel is the one to see. Thank you for providing such an outstanding level of care—I'll definitely be returning!”
“Excellent service and thank you very much to Dr. Vanesha Patel for checking up my teeth. Great communication and great...” service!”
“Friendly helpful reception staff. Purpose built consulting room, very experienced and skilled dentist, who made encouraging remarks and informed me...” of the process, throughout. Very satisfied”
“Always friendly and efficient from when you walk in as they quickly put you at ease. Vanesha is very likeable...” and skilled, explains everything and you feel in good hands.”
“Had an appointment with Vanesha for a broken front crown... Vanesha was very professional and really went above and beyond...” to help me with my quite complicated tooth problem. Explained well what she was doing step by step. I was quite upset and nervous and her calm manner helped me get through it.Young lady at reception was lovely too friendly helpful and efficient.Thank you all.”
“Just had my first checkup , Very friendly and used great technology to show the status of my teeth with...” recommendations on what and when treatment is recommended.”
The practice aims to meet the requirements of the Data Protection Act 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the guidelines on the Information Commissioner’s website as well as our professional guidelines and requirements.
The data controller for each practice will be available on request by contacting the local branch, the data controller is also the information Governance Lead and (if an NHS practice) the Data Protection Officer.
A branch specific version of this Privacy Notice is available at the practice reception / by email or by calling. Please click here to find your local branch contact information.
You will be asked to provide personal information when joining the practice. The purpose of us processing this data is to provide optimum health care to you.
The categories of data we process are:
We never pass your personal details to a third party unless we have a contract for them to process data on our behalf and will otherwise keep it confidential. If we intend to refer a patient to another practitioner or to secondary care such as a hospital we will gain the individual’s permission before the referral is made and the personal data is shared.
The lawful basis for processing special category data such as patients’ and employees’ health data is:
The lawful basis of processing personal data such as name, address, email or phone number is:
The retention period for special data in patient records is a minimum of 10 years and may be longer for complex records in order to meet our legal requirements. The retention period for staff records is 6 years. The retention periods for other personal data is 2 years after it was last processed. Details of other retention periods are available in the Record Retention (M 215) procedure available from the practice directly.
You have the following personal data rights:
Further details of these rights can be seen in our Information Governance Procedures (M 217C) or at the Information Commissioner’s website. Here are some practical examples of your rights:
We have carried out a Privacy Impact Assessment (M 217S) and you can request a copy from the details below. The details of how we ensure security of personal data is in our Security Risk Assessment (M 217M) and Information Governance Procedures (M 217C).
Comments, suggestions and complaints
Please contact the Practice Manager at your local branch for comments, suggestions or a complaints about your data processing. Please Click Here to find your local contact information. This can be via Email, in writing or by visiting the practice. We take complaints very seriously. Please Click Here to view our complaints procedure.
If you are unhappy with our response or if you need any advice you should contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). Their telephone number is 0303 123 1113.
The ICO can investigate your claim and take action against anyone who’s misused personal data. You can also visit their website for information on how to make a data protection complaint.
Related practice procedures
You can also use these contact details to request copies of the following practice policies or procedures:
Data Opt-Out Policy
(England)
How the NHS and care services use your information
Quality Dental Group and its local branches are one of many organisations working in the health and care system to improve care for patients and the public. Whenever you use a health or care service, such as attending Accident & Emergency or using Community Care services, important information about you is collected in a patient record for that service. Collecting this information helps to ensure you get the best possible care and treatment. The information collected about you when you use these services can also be used and provided to other organisations for purposes beyond your individual care, for instance to help with:
This may only take place when there is a clear legal basis to use this information. All these uses help to provide better health and care for you, your family and future generations. Confidential patient information about your health and care is only used like this where allowed by law.
Most of the time, anonymised data is used for research and planning so that you cannot be identified in which case your confidential patient information isn’t needed.
You have a choice about whether you want your confidential patient information to be used in this way. If you are happy with this use of information you do not need to do anything. If you do choose to opt out your confidential patient information will still be used to support your individual care. To find out more or to register your choice to opt out, please visit www.nhs.uk/your-nhs-data-matters. On this web page you will:
You can also find out more about how patient information is used at:
https://www.hra.nhs.uk/information-about-patients/ (which covers health and care research); and
https://understandingpatientdata.org.uk/what-you-need-know (which covers how and why patient information is used, the safeguards and how decisions are made)
You can change your mind about your choice at any time.
Data being used or shared for purposes beyond individual care does not include your data being shared with insurance companies or used for marketing purposes and data would only be used in this way with your specific agreement.
Health and care organisations have until 2020 to put systems and processes in place so they can be compliant with the national data opt-out and apply your choice to any confidential patient information they use or share for purposes beyond your individual care.
Our practices only uses your personal health data to provide individualised care to you and does not disclose your data for any other purposes. The national data opt-out does not apply to our usage of your data and we are compliant with the policy.
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