For referring dentists
Endodontics referral
Root canal treatment and retreatment, with your patient returned to your care and a full report on completion.
- Patient returned to your care
- Written report on completion
- Digital radiographs shared
How it works
A simple referral pathway
- Send your referral Online or by form, with radiographs and a brief history.
- We contact your patient We call to arrange an assessment at a convenient time.
- Assessment & treatment Options and fees are explained before anything begins.
- Report & return You receive a written report and your patient returns to you.
Before you send
What to include
- Patient name, date of birth and contact details
- Tooth or teeth to be assessed
- Relevant medical history and medications
- Symptoms and a brief clinical history
- Recent periapical radiographs, if available
- Any treatment already started on the tooth
Our commitment
Working alongside you
- Your patient stays your patient — we only provide the treatment you refer for.
- A written report with post-operative radiographs on completion.
- Clear communication if we find anything that needs your attention.
Which cases can I refer?
We accept referrals for primary root canal treatment, retreatment of previously root-filled teeth, teeth with complex or calcified canal anatomy, dental trauma and the diagnosis of unexplained dental pain. If you are unsure whether a case is suitable, call us and we will be happy to talk it through.
How quickly will my patient be seen?
We contact your patient promptly once your referral is received to arrange an assessment. Please tell us in the referral if the patient is in pain or the case is urgent, and we will do our best to prioritise them.
Will my patient return to my practice afterwards?
Yes. We only carry out the treatment you have referred for. Once it is complete, your patient returns to you for their definitive restoration and ongoing care, and we send you a written report.
Who places the final restoration?
Unless you ask us otherwise, the tooth is sealed with a temporary or core restoration and your patient returns to you for the permanent restoration. Our report includes our recommendations for restoring the tooth.
What should I include with my referral?
The patient's contact details, the tooth concerned, a brief history and symptoms, relevant medical history and any recent radiographs. The more information we have, the more efficiently we can plan the assessment.
How are fees handled?
Endodontic treatment is provided privately. Your patient receives a written treatment plan and estimate at their assessment, before any treatment begins, so there are no surprises for them or for you.
Can I discuss a case before referring?
Of course. Call us on 01732 521123 or email info@larkfielddentalpractice.co.uk and we will be glad to discuss the case and advise whether a referral is appropriate.
Ready to refer a patient?
It takes a couple of minutes — we’ll take it from there.