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Clinical referral

A documented handover to another dentist, specialist, clinic or hospital when that setting can provide the required assessment, equipment, procedure or medical support. A useful referral names the reason and next responsible party.

Why this term matters

  1. Use it to understand where care may take place.
  2. Ask whether it changes the equipment, consent, fees or referral needed.
  3. Write down the agreed next step before booking.

Read the related guide

Clinic, Specialist and Hospital Referral Pathways

Thinking about a home visit?

Whenever you are ready, you can share the area and the main concern. A provider can then advise whether a home visit is suitable, who would attend and what happens next.

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