College of Denturists of Ontario
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Protecting The Public

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  • May 11 Ontario Expanding Denturist Scope of Practice It is with distinct honour that the College announces that the Government of Ontario will expand Denturists' scope of practice. Read More
  • Apr 1 Call for Case Writers for Peer Circles Join us for a fun, collaborative weekend in Toronto where we will turn real-life clinical and practice experiences into engaging case scenarios for upcoming Peer Circles events. Swap stories, spark ideas, and leave your mark on the profession - there is a real satisfaction in knowing your insights will help colleagues learn, grow, and deliver better care. Read More
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Protecting the Public / Unregistered Practitioners

Unregistered Practitioners

It’s important for the public to be confident in the qualifications of the people providing their care. Only individuals who hold a Certificate of Registration with the College of Denturists of Ontario (CDO) can legally practise denturism, use the title “Denturist” or the designation "DD" or "Registered Denturist".

Sometimes, an individual may pretend to be a Registered Denturist and practise without actually being registered in Ontario. To use the title “Denturist” or  designation "DD" or "Registered Denturist" or to engage in the practice of denturism without being registered with the College is illegal. Individuals who engage in this illegal practice can be prosecuted under the Denturism Act, 1991, the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991, the Criminal Code, and/or the Provincial Offences Act.

Members of the public and employers and the public are strongly encouraged to use Find a Denturist to verify the registration status of every Denturist in Ontario.

Christos Markou:
Christos Markou was a registrant of the College until his resignation on December 17, 2017. Mr. Markou lives in the Cornwall area. Mr. Markou is no longer authorized to fit, dispense, design, construct, repair or alter a denture, use the title "Denturist" or designation "DD" or "Registered Denturist" or hold out to the public that he is a member of the College. If there are any concerns that Mr. Markou is not complying with these requirements, please contact the College at 416-925-9331 ext. 225.