How to Switch Orthodontists

There is no reason to tolerate a health care professional that is not a perfect fit for you. The conflict could be a dispute over a course of treatment, an unbecoming bedside manner or a failure to be receptive to a patient's wishes. Whatever that conflict is, it is not difficult to change doctors, whether they are dentists or orthodontists.

Things You'll Need

• Internet access
• Telephone

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Instructions

• 1

  Ask around for recommendations for other orthodontists in your area. Criteria might be specific bedside manner, willingness --- or lack thereof --- to dispense prescription drugs, price or expertise in a specific area of orthodontics. Ask family, friends or colleagues. Also, online resources such as Angie's List might offer helpful tips.

• 2

  Call each orthodontist's office to ask about pricing for whatever service you need. Make sure to know how much you can afford to spend and what contribution, if any, your insurance will make.

• 3

  Call your insurance company and make sure that they will approve your prospective choices of orthodontists, if you have comprehensive insurance.

• 4

  Choose one orthodontist. Call to schedule an appointment.

• 5

  Ask your old orthodontist for all of your records and films to bring to your new orthodontist.