Switching Dentists in York — Everything You Need to Know
If you’re thinking about changing your dentist in York, you’re not alone. Whether your current practice has closed its books, you’ve moved to a new area, you’ve had a less than satisfactory experience, or you simply want access to a more modern practice with a wider range of treatments — switching dentists is easier than most people think.
Do I Need to Formally Leave My Current Dentist?
No. In the UK there is no formal process required to leave a dental practice. You simply register elsewhere and your new practice will take it from there. You don’t need to give notice, request a referral or fill in any leaving paperwork.
What About My Dental Records?
Your dental records belong to you. When you register at Heslington Dental Practice in York, we’ll take new X-rays and carry out a fresh examination so we have our own accurate baseline of your oral health. If you’d like your previous records transferred, you can request them from your old practice directly — they’re obliged to provide them — but it isn’t essential to start your care with us.
Will I Have to Start My Treatment All Over Again?
Not necessarily. At your new patient examination we’ll assess your current dental health and pick up from where your care left off. If you’re part way through a course of treatment, we’ll discuss the best way to continue it.
Why Switch to Heslington Dental Practice?
We’re a brand new, state-of-the-art private dental practice in the heart of Heslington village, York, and we’re currently welcoming new patients. Our practice offers:
- Modern facilities and the latest dental technology
- A warm, patient-centred approach with no rushed appointments
- A full range of treatments from routine care to dental implants, Invisalign, composite bonding and facial aesthetics
- Conscious sedation for nervous patients
- Denplan membership plans to spread the cost of your care
- Easy online booking, available 24/7
How Do I Switch?
Simply book a new patient examination online or call 01904 904 500. That’s it — we’ll take care of everything else. We serve patients from across York including Heslington, Fulford, Osbaldwick, Badger Hill and the University of York campus.
What Should I Look for in a New Dentist in York?
Switching dentists is an opportunity to upgrade your dental care as well as simply change address. When choosing a new practice in York, think about what matters most to you. Is it location and convenience? The range of treatments available? The ability to book online? Whether the practice offers sedation for nervous patients? Or whether there are affordable payment plan options to spread the cost of your care?
At Heslington Dental Practice we tick all of those boxes. We’re located in Heslington village, just minutes from the University of York and within easy reach of Fulford, Osbaldwick, Badger Hill and the wider York area. We offer the full range of dental treatments from routine check-ups through to dental implants, Invisalign and facial aesthetics. And with our Denplan Essentials scheme from just £13.99 per month, managing the cost of your care couldn’t be simpler.
Can I Switch Mid-Treatment?
Yes, you can switch dentists at any point. If you’re in the middle of a course of treatment at your current practice, it’s worth completing it if you can — both for continuity of care and to avoid additional costs. However, if you’re unhappy with your current dentist or your circumstances have changed, you are not obliged to stay. At your new patient examination at Heslington Dental we’ll assess where things stand and advise the best way to continue your care with us.
