Dental Records Release Form

A dental release form is a document that allows a patient to authorize the transfer of their dental records from one dental practice to another.

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Consent forms are crucial for dental practices because they record that patients have been informed and consented to treatment. They are a critical part of patient care and legal compliance, helping to protect both the patient and the practice.

In certain circumstances, a patient's representative, such as a parent, legal guardian, or holder of a medical power of attorney, can sign a dental release form on behalf of the patient. This is common if the patient is a minor, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to provide informed consent by themselves.