Can I get a new referral to new oral surgeon?

Question

My dentist referred me to an oral surgeon to have my wisdom teeth extracted, but the surgeon cannot even get me in for a consultation for 2 1/2 months. And I'm in a lot of pain. I found another oral surgeon who can see me next Tuesday...will my dentist give me a referral to this new guy if I call and ask? Or does it have to be the one he originally referred me to?

Answer 1

call your dentist's office and ask them.  if you have a dental plan that only uses certain providers, you'll be limited to them or pay more to see someone else.  if you want a real answer, call the dentist.

Answer 2

No it does not have to be the one you were referred to, just phone the dentists office and get another referral letter or sometimes you dont even need a referral, you surgeon must just write a feedback note to your dentist.