Putting patients first
We protect the public’s right to quality dental services by providing leadership to the dental profession in regulation. We are committed to transparency, accessibility, and fairness in all of our work.
Search the RCDSO Dentist Registry
As the dental regulator in Ontario, we believe in transparency. Search our online Register to learn more about dentists' education, practice details, and even if they have faced disciplinary measures.
Have a question? Contact our Advisory Service
Our Practice Advisors are available to help dentists and the public access resources on safe, competent and ethical oral health care.
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Recent News & Updates
Message from the President & Registrar, August 2023
Throughout the summer months, the RCDSO has been focused on improving resources for the profession. One of the objectives of our strategic plan is anticipating and responding proactively to emerging issues and trends that may impact the public interest. The work outlined below helps to achieve that.
Council Highlights for August 3, 2023
The 438th Council meeting of the RCDSO was held virtually via Zoom on Thursday, August 3th, 2023. The meeting was also livestreamed; a video recording of the Council session will be available on the College’s YouTube channel.
REMINDER: Update your practice address
Dentists are required by Regulation to report current practice information to the College. Practice information is posted to our Register.
Releasing Dental Records of Deceased or Missing Individuals
The Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario (OCC) handles about 1200 cases of unidentified human remains per year. About 250 of these individuals are positively identified using dental methods. Because of expanded capacity at the OCC’s new facility, you may have noticed a recent increase in Requests for Assistance emails.