Dentists in Ontario must report specific concerns to the appropriate regulatory College or authority. Our latest article explains: ✔ What mandatory reporting involves ✔ Who to report to ✔ What details to include 📖Read the article: ow.ly/LwLH50XT8Tl 📚Take our educational module: ow.ly/hoLj50XT8Tn

1/2 Abdul Latif Alsoma, also known as Abdul Latif, Abdullatif Alsoma and Latif Alsoma, has been practicing dentistry illegally in Mississauga (Ontario). He was ordered to stop practicing, using the title doctor and holding himself out as a person qualified to practice in Ontario as a dentist.

❄️Holiday Office Closure❄️ Our office will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, at 12 p.m., through Thursday, January 1, for the holiday season. We’ll reopen on Friday, January 2, at 8:30 a.m. ✨We wish you a wonderful and restful holiday! ✨

📚Weekend Reads: Fall issue of RCDSO Connect and Council Highlights Looking for something informative to dive into this weekend? 📚Read the Fall issue of our newsletter: issuu.com/rcdso/docs/r... 📰Catch up on key decisions from the December 4, 2025 Council meeting: www.rcdso.org/standards-gu...

Missed the PLP Info Session? Watch the recording here: ow.ly/9fWs50XHFkE The session covered: ✅ Why the College is divesting from PLP ✅ Timeline and next steps in the transition ✅ Impact on coverage and registrant responsibilities ✅ Answers to common questions

Don’t miss the PLP claims reporting deadline! As part of the transition to Navacord in 2026, any known claims or situations that could lead to a claim must be reported by December 31, 2025 to ensure coverage under the current policy. For more info, contact: 📧 [email protected] 🌐 plp.rcdso.org

📢 Reminder for Ontario Dentists: Excess Malpractice Protection is now available for 2026 through the College’s broker, Jones DesLauriers Insurance Management Inc. (JDIMI). 📩 Questions? Contact [email protected] or call 1-877-301-4979.

📢 New Report Alert: Practice Models & Corporate Dentistry We invite you to explore our latest summary report, which outlines five key options that will allow the College to ensure high-quality, professional oral health care, no matter the practice setting. 👉 Read the report: ow.ly/bqM350XyM6N

Today marks the start of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign (Nov 25–Dec 10). Learn how dentists can recognize and respond to gender-based and intimate partner violence, and how trauma-informed care can make a meaningful difference: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTRA...

Today, we honor and remember the lives of transgender people lost to violence and discrimination. This is a reminder of the importance of equity, inclusion, and respect for everyone. We are committed to fostering safe, inclusive oral health spaces where everyone is treated with dignity.

This week, we’re sharing tips to help dentists be responsible disseminators of information while discussing dentistry online. ▶️Share accurate content from reliable sources. ▶️Comment only within your area of expertise and ensure all content meets College standards. Learn more: ow.ly/H7Gw50XsTOB

On this Remembrance Day, we pause to reflect and honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who have worn the uniform. Your dedication has safeguarded the freedoms we hold dear, and for that, we are deeply grateful. #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #Veterans

🎃 Happy Halloween! 🍬 Did you know that most preventable cavities are caused by excess sugar and poor oral hygiene? The Canadian Dental Association has a helpful guide to keep Halloween enjoyable and your family’s smiles healthy: ow.ly/coqS50Xl9U1 Let’s make this Halloween sweet and smart!

To help maintain a respectful and professional online presence, dentists should avoid posting: ❌Content that could be perceived as unprofessional, unethical or offensive ❌Disparaging remarks about individuals or specific groups 🔗 Visit our webpage for guidance: ow.ly/tpuZ50XinpS #dentists #RCDSO

Join us for RCDSO Connect! Dentists play a critical role in identifying and addressing gender-based violence and intimate partner violence. This session will explore how trauma-informed care and oral health equity intersect. 🗓️ Wednesday, Oct. 29 🕖 7–8 p.m. EDT 🔗 Register: ow.ly/Cf9w50XhLbi

Health Canada has corrected a system error affecting income calculations for some CDCP applicants. Approximately 1% of members have either been found to be ineligible for the CDCP or have been assessed at an incorrect co-payment level. Read Health Canada’s statement: ow.ly/2JcH50XgukJ

🦠 National Infection Control Week is here! Let’s take a moment to recognize the vital role infection prevention and control (IPAC) plays in dental practices. Explore our IPAC standard, public health guidelines, FAQs, and practical resources: ow.ly/m7XJ50XfPAc

🍂 The College will close early at 12 p.m. on Friday, October 10, and remain closed on Monday, October 13 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We’ll reopen with regular office hours on Tuesday, October 14 at 8:30 a.m. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

Due to the ongoing Canada Post strike, mail delivery to the RCDSO may be delayed. We offer alternative ways to connect: ✅ Submit complaints online ✅ Email/courier time-sensitive documents ✅ Drop off materials in person ✅ Wall certificates will be sent via courier More details: ow.ly/uhPY50X8Ljt

Join us tomorrow for RCDSO Connect! Our next session takes place Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This Category 1 webinar will introduce the College’s Foundations of Professionalism document and explore how its core principles apply in everyday practice. 🔗 Register: ow.ly/kGYJ50X84hJ

📰The latest edition of our newsletter is packed with updates: 🔶 Supporting the Reconciliation journey 🤖 New guidance on AI 📄 Release of the Foundations of Professionalism document ➡️ PLP divestment news 📢 Updates from NIHB Check your inbox or click here to read it: ow.ly/M4IE50X6gY8 #RCDSO #AI

The NIHB regional dental fees have been updated and are available in the NIHB Regional Dental Benefit Grids. Additionally, dental providers now have 365 calendar days to submit claims, up from the previous 30-day window. Learn more: ow.ly/FEaG50WEUIH #RCDSO #NIHB #SSNA #AccessToCare #dentists

The College will close at 12 p.m. on Friday, August 1, and all day on Monday, August 4, for the Civic Holiday. We will resume our regular office hours on Tuesday, August 5, at 8:30 a.m. We wish you and your loved ones a relaxing long weekend! #RCDSO

📢New & Updated CDCP Resources for Oral Health Professionals Stay informed with the latest information on preauthorization, privacy protection, and coordination of benefits. 📄Participation, coordination of benefits and preauthorization: ow.ly/zfFi50WwU3W 🔐 Privacy protection: ow.ly/10BQ50WwU3U

Share your feedback on the following resources: 📄Draft Standard of Practice: Managing Conflicts and Ending the Dentist-Patient Relationship 📑Resources for the draft Standard 🤝Resource on building and maintaining dentist-patient relationships 👉 Take the survey: ow.ly/yazG50WuZwT #RCDSO #dentists

The Chief Medical Officer of Health and the Ministry of Health have issued key materials: 📝Memo: Current outbreak status, immunization strategies and more. ❔ FAQs: Guidance on identifying, managing & reporting suspected measles cases, & protecting staff and patients. 🔗https://ow.ly/VK6450WgPzK

As National Indigenous History Month comes to a close, we reflect on the rich cultures and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada. Honouring Indigenous history and truth means committing to learning, listening, and taking meaningful steps toward reconciliation. 1/2

Watch the Council meeting live on YouTube tomorrow! 🗓️ Thursday, June 19 🕣 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Access the meeting materials and the livestream link here: www.rcdso.org/about-rcdso/... #RCDSO

We are reviewing our Dental CT Scanners Standard of Practice and we need input from Ontario dentists! We’re looking to better understand dentist's experiences using CT and CBCT technology in practice, including any challenges or barriers encountered. 👉 Start here: www.rcdso.org/public-consu...

The recording from our June 11 RCDSO Connect webinar on communication best practices in dental care is now available on our YouTube channel! Ontario dentists can earn 1 Category 3 CE point for watching: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypDd... #RCDSO #dentists #OntarioDentists #dentistes

🌈🎉 Happy Pride Month! We're committed to inclusive, patient-centered care for 2SLGBTQI+ communities. Learn more about our CE sponsor, Rainbow Health Ontario, that helps healthcare providers enhance their clinical and cultural competency in caring for 2SLGBTQI+ patients: ow.ly/9eL450W5LQt.

Dentists must screen for measles symptoms and follow the College's IPAC standard for managing febrile respiratory, rash, and eye infections. 🔗Read the following article for additional guidance: ow.ly/bQaP50W3I0L 🔗Access the IPAC standard and related resources: ow.ly/33bb50W3I0J

📅 Mark Your Calendar: RCDSO Connect is back! Join us for a fireside chat about communication best practices in dental care on June 11, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. 🔗 Spots are limited – Register now to secure your virtual seat and receive your CE certificate: rcdso-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Time to renew your Canadian Dental Care Plan coverage! If you are currently covered, you will need to renew your coverage each year to confirm that you continue to meet eligibility requirements. Submit your renewal application before June 1 to avoid a gap in coverage. Info: ow.ly/xegt50VX6hq

📅 Only 10 days left to share your input! 💭 We’re seeking your feedback on two College’s draft documents: 1️⃣ Foundations of Professionalism 2️⃣Ai in Dentistry Public consultations close May 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (EDT). 🔗 Learn more and share your feedback here: ow.ly/Xrug50VVSRc #RCDSO

The College closes at 12 p.m. on Friday, May 16, and all day on Monday, May 19, for Victoria Day. We will resume our regular office hours on Tuesday, May 20, at 8:30 a.m. Enjoy your long weekend!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth at the ODA Annual Spring Meeting on May 8 and 9! It was a rewarding experience connecting with dentists and dental students. We truly appreciated the great conversations and energy! See you at the 2026 ODA ASM!

We’re excited to be back at the ODA Annual Spring Meeting on Thursday, May 8, and Friday, May 9! Come visit us at booth 2205 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Staff from many areas of the College will be there to answer your questions and connect with you. See you there!

The RCDSO is responsible for posting a list of individuals who are prohibited from practising dentistry or holding themselves out to practise dentistry: ow.ly/lTpa50VKVFW. Before hiring or seeing a dentist, please check RCDSO’s public register to ensure they are licenced to practise in Ontario.

🎉Happy National Volunteer Week! Your skills can change lives. Volunteer with non-profit organizations to: ✅Improve access to oral health care ✅Give back to communities in need Learn more about volunteering opportunities and how you can earn CE points through our partnerships: ow.ly/QUeS50VK4wm

Candida auris is a newly designated Disease of Public Health Significance. Dentists must report confirmed cases of C.auris to the local Public Health Unit. Read the following article to learn more about symptoms, risks and prevention: www.rcdso.org/standards-gu... #RCDSO #Candida

The College will close at 12 p.m. on Thursday, April 17, and all day on Friday, April 18. We will resume our regular office hours on Monday, April 21 at 8:30 a.m. We wish you and your loved ones a great long weekend!

Happy Passover! Wishing everyone a peaceful and joyful celebration. Chag Sameach! . Joyeuse Pâque juive ! Nous souhaitons à tous une célébration paisible et joyeuse. Chag Sameach !

Some patients may come to a dentist’s office with firm ideas about the treatment they want, and others may decline recommendations for personal reasons. As a dentist, balancing patient autonomy with your professional responsibility is key. Learn more: www.rcdso.org/standards-gu...

April is Oral Health Month! 🦷✨ Here are some simple habits that go a long way: ✅ Brush twice a day ✅ Floss daily to keep gums healthy ✅ Visit your dentist regularly for check-ups ✅ Schedule regular cleanings with your dental hygienist ✅ Make water your go-to drink ✅ Eat nutritious foods #RCDSO

📣 Dentists requesting a CT facility inspection must complete the new CT facility inspection request form. This form: ✅ replaces the process of requesting an inspection via email. ✅ ensures required documents are prepared before submitting the request. More details: ow.ly/z2uk50VwXpf #RCDSO

Did you miss the latest RCDSO Connect webinar? The recording is now available on our YouTube channel, and Ontario dentists can earn a Category 3 CE point by watching it: ow.ly/nt2F50VuKcj. #RCDSO #OntarioDentists #Dentists

Join us at RCDSO Connect tonight (April 2) at 7 p.m. on Zoom! This session will focus on updates to the Standards of Practice on Consent to Treatment and Prevention of Boundary Violations and Sexual Abuse. ✉️ Check your inbox to secure your spot! Didn’t receive an email? Contact [email protected].

Help shape the future of dental practice in Ontario! The College is seeking your input on the following draft documents: 1️⃣Foundations of Professionalism 2️⃣AI in Dentistry Public consultations are open until May 30, 2025. Learn more: www.rcdso.org/public-consu.... #RCDSO #Dentists #OntarioDentists

🎉 The Canadian Society for Disability and Oral Health is now recognized as an approved sponsor for continuing education courses! This milestone enhances access to high-quality education and strengthens our efforts toward a more equitable dental care landscape. Info: www.rcdso.org/standards-gu...