Změna lékaře: Jak přepnout na nového zubního lékaře bez komplikací

When you decide to změna lékaře, proces přechodu mezi zubními ordinacemi, který je v České republice zcela zdarma a nevyžaduje žádné důvody. Also known as přepnutí na jiného zubního lékaře, it is your legal right under public healthcare rules, and you can do it anytime — even if you’re mid-treatment. Many people delay this decision because they think it’s complicated, but it’s not. You don’t need to justify your choice, you don’t pay a fee, and you don’t need permission from your current dentist.

The key is understanding your zubní karta, digitální záznam o vaší zubní péči, který je přístupný všem zubním lékařům v ČR. Also known as zubní dokumentace, it ensures your new dentist gets your history — past treatments, allergies, X-rays, and ongoing issues — without you lifting a finger. Your old dentist doesn’t control it. You do. And if they say otherwise, they’re wrong. Your registrace u zubaře, formální zápis do ordinace, který slouží pouze jako administrativní záznam pro pojišťovnu. Also known as zápis do zubní ordinace, it’s not a contract. It’s not binding. You can cancel it in five minutes, online or in person, and your next appointment with a new dentist will be ready the same day. This is not a secret. It’s written in the public health code. But most people don’t know it because no one tells them.

Why do people stay with a dentist they’re unhappy with? Fear. Fear of paperwork. Fear of being turned away. Fear that the new one won’t accept them. None of that is true. Any dentist in the Czech Republic must accept you if you’re covered by public insurance. No exceptions. No excuses. If they say no, ask for their supervisor — they’ll fix it immediately. The system is designed for you to move freely. It’s meant to give you power, not trap you.

When you’re ready to switch, focus on what matters: Does the new dentist listen? Do they explain things clearly? Do they use modern tools? Do they respect your time? Those are the real questions. Not whether they’re near your home or if they’re "the best" on Google. The best dentist for you is the one who makes you feel safe, informed, and heard.

Below you’ll find practical guides on how to cancel your current registration, what to expect during your first visit with a new dentist, how to handle ongoing treatments when switching, and how to spot red flags before you even walk in. You’ll also learn what your insurance actually covers when you change providers — and how to avoid common traps that cost you time and money. This isn’t about bureaucracy. It’s about taking control of your dental health — one simple step at a time.