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Periodontal support for your patients

Periodontal referrals for gum disease, gum recession and peri-implantitis in Leeds, York and Batley.

R E F E R A P A T I E N T

Patients can be referred for assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and periodontal treatment where additional care is required.

Fergus works closely with referring dentists, keeping them informed throughout treatment and returning patients to the care of their regular dentist once their periodontal treatment is complete.

Fergus accepts referrals from dentists for the assessment and management of gum disease, gum recession, peri-implant disease and more complex periodontal conditions in Leeds, York and Batley.

W H E R E W O U L D Y O U L I K E T O R E F E R T O ?

27 Branch Road, Batley, WF17 5SB

01924 473 396

47 Moorcroft Road, York, YO24 2RQ

01904 706 795

Eclipse Dental Care
Woodthorpe Dental
Leeds Dental Clinic

Global Avenue, Leeds, LS11 8PR

0113 465 8000

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W H E N S H O U L D I R E F E R A P A T I E N T ?

You may wish to refer where there is:

  • Persistent periodontal disease despite appropriate initial treatment

  • BPE 3 or 4 remaining after initial periodontal treatment

  • Rapidly progressing or Grade C periodontitis

  • Advanced attachment loss or furcation involvement

  • Peri-implant disease or significant peri-implant bone loss

Other situations where referral may help:

  • Significant gingival enlargement

  • Gum recession or mucogingival problems

  • Non-plaque-induced periodontal conditions

  • Cases requiring periodontal surgery

  • Complex periodontal management

  • A need for a second opinion or additional periodontal assessment

W H A T H A P P E N S A F T E R R E F E R R A L ?

Referral

Assessment

Treatment & ongoing care

Complete the referral form for your chosen practice.

The patient attends for a periodontal assessment, including a clinical examination and review of relevant radiographs.

Findings and treatment options are discussed with the patient, with the referring dentist being kept informed as appropriate. Ongoing maintenance remains with the patient's general dentist where appropriate.

W H A T S H O U L D I I N C L U D E I N A R E F E R R A L ?

Helpful referral information

Reason for referral

Recent periodontal charting or BPE, where available

Relevant radiographs

Medical history

Smoking status and relevant systemic risk factors

Previous periodontal treatment

Specific questions or concerns you'd like addressed

Don't worry if you don't have everything available. The most important information is why you are referring the patient and what you'd like help with.

Working with referring dentists

Fergus values the excellent relationships he has with referring dentists across Yorkshire. He provides clear communication and is always happy to discuss cases, share advice or provide additional support when needed.

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Discuss a case first

Not sure whether a referral is appropriate?

If you'd like to discuss a case first, request a second opinion or talk through a potential referral before sending the patient you can contact Fergus.

*Please don't include identifiable patient information on the form. Clinical details should be anonymised. If patient-identifiable information is required, this should only be shared through an appropriate secure channel.

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R E A C H O U T

If you are a dentist seeking a second opinion, would like to discuss a case, or have an enquiry about a Lunch & Learn, please use the form below.

*Please do not include identifiable patient information in this form. Clinical details should be anonymised. If patient-identifiable information is required, this should only be shared through an appropriate secure channel.

All enquiries are treated confidentially.

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