The Denturist Society of Saskatchewan (DSS) is the regulatory authority responsible for licensing and governing denturists in the province to protect the public. Its mandate is to ensure that denturists provide safe, ethical, and competent care by setting professional standards, enforcing legislation under The Dental Disciplines Act, and overseeing registration, conduct, and continuing competency.

To regulate and govern the profession of denturism through leadership, innovation and inter-professional relationships, the DSS discharges our duties ethically, respectfully and with full accountability and transparency. The DSS supports the professions advancement through education, member support and public awareness.

The DSS ensures that the public receives ethical, professional and safe denturist services, through leadership, innovation and inter-professional relationships. The DSS strives for denturists to be recognized as the primary providers of removable dental prosthesis to both the public and health/dental care professions.

Under the Dental Disciplines Act, the duty of each regulatory authority is to serve and protect the public interest by following the objects of the legislation. The objects of the DSS include but are not limited to the following:

 Regulate the practice of denturism and govern registrants in accordance with The Dental Disciplines Act and the DSS
 Regulatory and Administrative Bylaws and carry out the responsibilities and powers assigned under the legislation.
 Establish and maintain the qualifications and registration requirements necessary to ensure individuals entering the
profession possess the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for safe and effective practice.
 Establish and uphold standards of practice, professional competence, continuing education, and ongoing evaluation to
support continuous improvement.
 Maintain standards of professional ethics and conduct that support public confidence and ensure registrants meet their
professional responsibilities.
 Administer processes that help individuals exercise their rights under The Dental Disciplines Act and promote
accountability within the profession.
 Work collaboratively with regulatory authorities, health professions, professional associations, stakeholders, and the
public to support effective communication, coordination, and interprofessional practice.
 Monitor and respond to advances in technology, evolving practice environments, and emerging issues by developing
standards, policies, and programs that support safe, current, and effective denturist practice.

Quality Assurance

Conduct

Discipline

Convention Planning

Examiners

Fee Guide

By-Law

Public Awareness