For Referring Doctors

Surgical care your patients can trust.

Led by board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Jonathan Volland, we serve the Bonney Lake Plateau and South Sound and welcome referrals from dentists, specialists, and physicians. The practice opens April 2027; we're accepting referrals now to build our opening schedule.

48 hours
Report Turnaround
Written summary, every visit
1–2 weeks
Routine Scheduling
Urgent seen same / next day
One surgeon
Single-Doctor Model
Dr. Volland, every visit
Referred back
Every Time
Focused surgical scope only
Surgical scope

What we accept by referral.

Comprehensive oral and maxillofacial surgical scope, from routine wisdom teeth removal to complex full-arch reconstructions. Cases we do not accept are listed transparently alongside.

Cases we accept

Wisdom teeth (third molar) extractions, including impacted and complex cases
Single and multi-tooth dental implant placement
Full-arch implant therapy (All-on-4, All-on-6, zygomatic protocols)
Surgical extractions, roots, broken teeth, and complex cases
Bone grafting (socket preservation, ridge augmentation)
Sinus lift procedures (lateral and crestal approach)
Pre-prosthetic surgery and ridge alveoloplasty
Exposure of impacted teeth for orthodontic treatment
Apicoectomies and surgical endodontic procedures
Oral pathology (biopsy, lesion removal, evaluation)
TMJ evaluation and management
Frenectomy and other soft-tissue procedures
Patients requiring IV sedation or general anesthesia for routine care
Medically complex patients (with appropriate clearance)

Cases we do not accept

Routine restorative dentistry (fillings, crowns, bridges)
Routine hygiene and prophylaxis
Endodontic root canal therapy (non-surgical)
Orthodontic care
Periodontal scaling and root planing
Pediatric dental care for patients under 12
Hospital-grade trauma requiring inpatient admission
Complex maxillofacial oncology requiring tumor board
Cleft palate and craniofacial reconstruction
Major orthognathic surgery requiring inpatient stays

For cases outside our scope, we maintain referral relationships with appropriate specialists across the Puget Sound and can recommend the right path for your patient.

Full-Arch
For full-arch implant cases, patients can self-refer, though we always coordinate with their existing general dentist when one exists.
Practice defaults

How we handle the most common cases.

So you can prep your patients accurately before they arrive. These are the practice’s standard approaches; specific clinical factors can warrant exceptions, and we welcome calls to discuss individual cases.

Default 01 • Wisdom Teeth

All four impacted teeth removed in a single session.

For patients with multiple impacted third molars, our default is single-session removal of all four under in-office IV sedation. Splitting the procedure doubles surgical exposure, doubles recovery, and increases overall risk without clinical benefit in most cases.

Exceptions exist, isolated impactions, fully erupted well-positioned wisdom teeth, or specific medical considerations warranting a staged approach. We discuss these on consultation.

What to tell your patient
“When impacted wisdom teeth are present, removal of all four in a single session is typically recommended. The procedure is performed under IV sedation in our office. You’ll be asleep for the surgery and will have someone drive you home afterward.”
Default 02 • IV Sedation

The standard for surgical procedures.

For wisdom teeth, surgical extractions, and most implant placements, in-office IV sedation is our standard. Dr. Volland holds a Washington State General Anesthesia Permit and ACLS, PALS, and ATLS certifications, sedation is administered by the surgeon, not an external anesthesiologist.

Patient choice is preserved when clinically appropriate, patients who prefer local anesthesia for cases that allow it can request that approach. The default is sedation; the choice belongs to the patient.

What to tell your patient
“IV sedation is standard for the procedure. You’ll be asleep for the surgery itself but breathing on your own. You’ll need someone to drive you home and stay with you for several hours after.”
Default 03 • Continuity

The same surgeon at every visit.

Elite is a single-doctor practice. Patients you refer see Dr. Volland at consultation, surgery, and every follow-up. There is no rotating provider model, no associate surgeon, no "we’ll see who’s available." This is structural, not a marketing claim.

This is the structural reason patients with prior bad experiences at multi-surgeon practices or chain implant centers consistently report a different experience here. Worth mentioning to anxious patients frustrated by fragmented care.

What to tell your patient
“You’ll see Dr. Volland for everything, consultation, surgery, all follow-ups. He’s the only surgeon at the practice. The same doctor you meet at consultation is the doctor performing your procedure.”
Default 04 • Referral

Required for most procedures, complimentary for full-arch.

For wisdom teeth, single implants, surgical extractions, sedation evaluations, TMJ, and most standard OMS referrals, a referral from you is required and a paid consultation applies. This protects the referral relationship and signals appropriate clinical handoff.

For full-arch implant cases (All-on-X), patients can self-refer and the consultation is complimentary. We coordinate with their general dentist whenever one exists, but full-arch patients don’t need a referral to schedule.

What to tell your patient
“For [wisdom teeth / implant / extraction], I’ll send a referral to Elite Oral Surgery. You’ll have a consultation with Dr. Volland before scheduling. The consultation is paid; insurance often covers most of it.”
Default 05 • Imaging

What we need in the referral packet.

For most cases: a recent panoramic X-ray (PAN) and any periapical or bitewing imaging relevant to the case. For surgical extractions and complex cases, also helpful to include medical history, medication list, and any sedation history.

For implant cases, existing imaging is helpful but not required, we obtain 3D Cone Beam CT imaging at our practice as part of consultation. If you have CBCT imaging of acceptable recency, sharing it can streamline planning.

What to tell your patient
“What to send: recent panoramic X-ray, relevant periapicals, brief clinical note describing the case. Patient demographics and insurance info if available. We’ll request anything additional during consultation.”
Default 06 • Communication

Treatment summary after every visit.

For every patient you refer, you receive a treatment summary after consultation, after the procedure, and at the conclusion of the case, clinical findings, treatment performed, post-operative care, and recommendations affecting your continued treatment.

For complex cases or unusual findings, we call you directly. The patient’s primary dental care relationship is with you, our role is the surgical specialty piece, then return to your continuing care.

What to tell your patient
“Treatment summaries delivered to your office within 48 hours of each appointment. Direct surgeon-to-dentist call for unusual findings. Patient returned to your continuing care without ongoing surgical follow-up beyond standard monitoring.”
Submit a referral

Send us your patient’s information.

The form submits a referral electronically. We accept referrals through multiple channels, use whichever fits your office workflow best.

HIPAA

For protected health information, please use our secure efax line. The online form and standard email should be used for non-PHI initial contact only. Contact our office to arrange encrypted email or secure portal access.

Continuing education

Monthly study clubs at our practice.

Elite Oral Surgery’s Bonney Lake facility includes a dedicated event space designed for professional gatherings, and Dr. Volland hosts monthly CE-eligible study club sessions for area general dentists and specialists.

Topics rotate between surgical case reviews, full-arch treatment planning, sedation protocols, complex extraction techniques, and emerging technologies in implant dentistry. Sessions are typically 90 minutes, include a meal, and qualify for AGD/PACE continuing education credits.

Study club benefits

Free attendance for referring doctors and their staff
1.5 CE credits pending AGD/PACE provider approval
Light dinner and beverages included
Surgical case reviews and treatment planning
Direct access to ask Dr. Volland clinical questions
Networking with area dental professionals

Study club sessions launch shortly after Elite’s opening. To be added to the distribution list, indicate "Add to CE list" in the referral form’s notes field, or email us directly.

About Dr. Volland

Board-certified by the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.

Dr. Jonathan Volland is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, a voluntary certification beyond the licensure required to practice.

His practice focus combines traditional OMS surgical scope with a particular interest in full-arch implant therapy. Hospital-grade anesthesia training. In-house IV sedation and general anesthesia. Active in continuing education and case-based learning with referring colleagues.

OMS
Specialty
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Diplomate
Board Status
ABOMS
Hospital-Trained
Anesthesia
General Anesthesia
Licensed
WA License
State of Washington
Referring doctors

Common questions from referring doctors.

How quickly can my patient be seen?

Routine consultations are typically scheduled within 1–2 weeks of referral receipt. Urgent cases (acute pain, infection, post-operative complications, or other surgical emergencies) are accommodated same-day or next-day during business hours. For after-hours emergencies, patients should be directed to the nearest emergency room or urgent care.

What information should I include with the referral?

At minimum: patient name, contact information, brief clinical reason for referral, and any urgency considerations. When available, please include relevant radiographs (panoramic, CBCT, periapicals), medical history summary, current medications, and prior treatment notes. Please use HIPAA-compliant channels (efax, encrypted email, secure portal) for protected health information.

Will my patient be returned to my care?

Yes. Elite Oral Surgery is a focused specialty practice. We perform surgical care; we do not provide restorative dentistry, hygiene, prosthetic restorations, or other general dental services. Once surgical care is complete, patients return to your office for ongoing care and any prosthetic restoration phases.

Do you accept the same insurance plans I do?

We will verify each patient's benefits before treatment and provide a written cost estimate, including expected insurance contribution and patient responsibility. Coverage varies significantly by procedure. Wisdom teeth and surgical extractions are generally well covered, while implant procedures often have limited coverage. Contact our office for current carrier participation.

How does Elite handle full-arch implant cases referred to your practice?

Full-arch implant therapy is a focus area of our practice and one of the few procedures patients can self-refer for. The surgical care is performed at Elite; the final prosthetic restoration is fabricated through our laboratory partners. For general dentists who would like to perform the prosthetic phase themselves, we are open to collaborative arrangements. Discuss this with us at the time of referral.

What if I want to discuss a case before referring?

Dr. Volland welcomes case-based discussions with referring colleagues. Call our office during business hours and ask to schedule a doctor-to-doctor call. For non-urgent cases, email is also available. Treatment planning consultations are particularly welcomed for complex full-arch cases, medically compromised patients, and cases where you’re considering whether referral is appropriate.

Begin

A referral relationship that respects your practice.

Submit a referral, request a doctor-to-doctor call, or join our continuing education list. We look forward to caring for your patients alongside you.

Written report on every patient, within 48 hours
Routine scheduling within 1–2 weeks
The same surgeon at every visit
Your patients returned to your care