Why Dentists Are Moving to Digital Referrals (and How CareHigh Makes It Easy)

 As dentists, our number one goal is simple: give patients the best care possible. Sometimes, that means referring them to a trusted specialist. But if you’ve ever used the old paper-based referral slips, you already know the pain points—lost papers, confused patients, endless follow-ups, and that nagging feeling of being left out of the loop.

That’s exactly why more and more dentists are turning to digital referral platforms like CareHigh.

The Struggle with Traditional Referrals

Think about it—how many times have you:

  • Handed a patient a referral slip only for them to misplace it?

  • Called a specialist’s office multiple times just to check if your patient actually showed up?

  • Lost track of a patient’s treatment progress after referral?

It’s frustrating, it eats up your time, and it doesn’t reflect the level of care you want to provide.

How CareHigh Changes the Game

CareHigh was built to solve exactly these problems. With a few clicks, you can send, track, and manage referrals—all without leaving your desk.

Here’s what it looks like in action:
✨ Digital & paperless – No more scribbled notes or lost slips.
✨ Real-time updates – See when a patient books, visits, or completes treatment.
✨ Specialist network – Easily connect with the right specialists in your area.
✨ Better patient experience – Patients feel supported instead of confused about “what’s next.”
✨ More time for dentistry – Less admin, fewer follow-ups, more chairside focus.

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