Doctor Referral
Collaborative orthodontic care for your patients
Thank you for trusting Orthodontic Associates with your patient’s care. We are thrilled to partner with you in serving our community together.
Our team values collaborative care and clear communication with referring dental offices. After a patient is referred, we work to provide a smooth experience, timely evaluation, and communication back to the referring dentist when appropriate.
We also support early orthodontic evaluations around age 7, helping families understand growth, development, and whether treatment may be needed now or later.
- Collaborative care
- Communication back to the referring dentist
- Early evaluation around age 7
Our preferred referral method is the online form, which connects directly with our lead management system.
Why Refer To Us
Specialty care with a collaborative approach
We aim to make referral handoff simple, thoughtful, and easy for both your office and the families you serve.
Collaborative care
We value strong relationships with referring dental offices and a connected care experience for each patient.
Early evaluation at age 7
Early orthodontic evaluation can clarify growth, development, and whether treatment should begin now or later.
Modern treatment options
We provide contemporary orthodontic solutions with recommendations based on clinical needs and timing.
Clear communication and next steps
Our team works to create a smooth referral process and guide families through evaluation, records, and follow-up.
Referral Process
How the referral process works
The process is designed to be straightforward for your team while creating a professional experience for the patient or parent/guardian.
Submit an online referral
Complete the online referral form with patient details and any helpful clinical context.
We contact the patient or parent/guardian
Our team follows up to coordinate the next step and help create a smooth referral experience.
Evaluation and records
We schedule an evaluation and gather the records needed to guide recommendations and timing.
Communication back when appropriate
We value collaborative care and communicate back to the referring dentist when appropriate.
Online Referral
Submit an Online Referral
Our preferred referral method is the online form, which connects directly with our lead management system.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Common questions from referring dental professionals and teams.
How do I refer a patient?
Use the online referral form below. It is our preferred referral method because it connects directly with our lead management system and helps our team follow up promptly.
Will your office communicate back to the referring dentist?
Yes. We value collaborative care and aim to communicate relevant updates back to the referring dentist when appropriate.
When should I refer for an early orthodontic evaluation?
Around age 7 is often an ideal time for an early orthodontic evaluation. This helps assess growth, development, and whether treatment should begin now or simply be monitored.
What happens after I submit a referral?
Our team contacts the patient or parent/guardian, coordinates next steps, and schedules an evaluation with the records needed for a thorough review.
What treatment options do you offer?
We provide modern orthodontic treatment options tailored to each patient’s needs, with recommendations based on clinical findings, timing, and long-term goals.
Doctor Referral
Thank you for trusting our team.
We are honored to care for your patients and support our community together.