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Does my new dentist need my old records?

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lilone

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Just one more question....

I can't remember my last dentist's name for the life of me. I tried to look him up in the directory but I can't remember his location either. I only went there once for a check up and no treatment. How important is it for my new dentist, when I get one, to have this info? Do they need records from there or is it just for reference? They make their own, new records, don't they? This dentist was half way across the country from where I live now...about a five hour plane ride to get there, so I can't just drive until I see a familiar place or anything, lol!
 
Re: one more

Your new Dentist will create a set of new notes for you. Unlikely that they will need the previous patient notes unless you have a very involved dental history, or been divorced from your previous dentist :)

Pars :)
 
Re: one more

Thanks a lot! Nope, no divorce proceedings in the process...
 
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