The College is a regulatory body established under the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 to ensure competency and accountability of dental technologists practicing in the province of Ontario.

The College of Dental Technologists of Ontario (CDTO) is a regulatory body that serves and protects the public interest by regulating the profession of dental technology. The College regulates and ensures the ongoing competency and accountability of dental technologists, also known as registered dental technologists or RDT’s, practising in the province of Ontario.

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Holiday Office Closure

The College will be closed on Monday, August 3, in observance of the Civic Holiday. Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, August 4, at 9:00 a.m. While our office is closed, you can visit our website to: Find information about registration Submit an online...

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A thoughtful Canada Day

Please note that the college will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, in observance of Canada Day. We will resume regular business hours on Thursday, July 2. As we mark Canada Day, CDTO recognizes that this is also a time for reflection, learning, and continued commitment...

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About the College

The College of Dental Technologists of Ontario (CDTO) is a regulatory body that serves and protects the public interest by regulating the profession of dental technology.

About the Profession

An RDT works together with authorized health professionals to customize the treatment for each patient, advising on materials and making suggestions about device options.

Protecting the Public

Every dental technologist in the province must meet the College of Dental Technologists of Ontario’s standards for entry into the profession and standards for professional conduct and practice.