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Global Practice (Video)
For the Public
Denturist services
Frequently Asked Questions
Denture maintenance
For Professionals
Denturist Scope of Profession
Training & Continuous Education
Globalising practice of Denturism
The Pursuit
The Debate around Denturism
General Motivation
Summary of the arguments
Informed Dentists’ Opinion
Market restrictions
Business of Dentistry
Restrictions on Clinical Training
Monopoly to sell Dentures
Restraint on selling dentures
Proposed solution
Effect of Proposed solution
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What is Denturism
Global Practice (Video)
For the Public
Denturist services
Frequently Asked Questions
Denture maintenance
For Professionals
Denturist Scope of Profession
Training & Continuous Education
Globalising practice of Denturism
The Pursuit
The Debate around Denturism
General Motivation
Summary of the arguments
Informed Dentists’ Opinion
Market restrictions
Business of Dentistry
Restrictions on Clinical Training
Monopoly to sell Dentures
Restraint on selling dentures
Proposed solution
Effect of Proposed solution
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Welcome to Denturism in South Africa!
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What is Denturism
Global practice (Videos)
Denturist Gino Borelli in Edmonton, Alberta
Le Denturologiste Francis Migneault from Quebec
Tandprotheticus Boersma from the Netherlands
Klinisk Tandtekniker Heidi Porsdal from Frederickberg, Denmark
Denturist Arjun Vellore from Waterloo, Ontario
Clinical Dental Technician from Queensborough, Brittain
Dental Prosthetist from Waterford West, Australia
Why choose a Denturist?
Zahnprothetiker Roland Vettiger in Switzerland
Tandprotheticus Bart Besselink from Holland
Denturologistes IPSO Clinique from Canada
In a Q&A session Mike explains what Denturists do
Defining Denturism
Designation: Denturist
Scopes of purpose
Specialization
In Practice
For the Public
Denturist services
Denturist Services
Full dentures
Partial dentures
Metal frames and attachments
Flexible partial dentures (Thermoplastic partial dentures)
Immediate dentures
Implant Retained dentures
Soft base
Mouth guards
Sleep apnoea and anti-snoring devices
Relines, Rebases & Repairs:
Other/Incidental services:
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will my dentures last?
When does a Denture need replacing?
Why are my dentures becoming loose?
Should I remove my dentures at night?
Should I use Denture adhesive?
How long will the implants for my (dentures over implants) last?
Will it take long to get used to wearing a partial denture?
I had my teeth extracted and immediate dentures fitted a week ago. Is it normal to have some difficulties getting used to my new dentures?
What is the difference between going to a Denturist rather than a Dentist?
Denture maintenance
Denture Maintenance and Cleaning
Intro
For Professionals
Denturist Scope of Profession
Denturist Scope of Profession
What Denturists do:
Function and Range of removable oral appliances
Detailed Scope for Denturism Practice
Scope for Implant-retained Over-dentures
Referrals and Inter-professional Teamwork
Mode of Practice
Geriatrics
Training and Continuous Education
Training and Continuous Education
About the Educational Program
Aim and Objectives
Program Content
Comparing Denturism training institutions
Globalising practice of Denturism
Globalising Practice of Denturism
International Federation of Denturists
IFD Board Member Gallery
The Pursuit
The Debate around Denturism
General Motivation for the establishment of a category of Denturists
Background
Importance of dentures
Strategic relevance
Conventional fragmented procedure
Education and efficient specialization
Describing Denturism
International practice
What Denturists do
Services provided by Denturists
Referrals and inter-professional teamwork
Dealing with the elderly
Reach-out Partnerships
Ethics
Unresolved Local Application
Summary of the arguments for and against
Supporting arguments
Opposing arguments
Informed Dentists’ Opinion about Denturism
Dr Marianna Klimek, DMD
Dr Geoffrey Berg, DDS from Oregon
Professor Rien Van Waas
Dr Peter Cooney, Chief Dental Officer, Canada
Dr Carl Ebert, Denturist advocator, Minnesota, USA
Dr Kenneth Kais, DDS USA
Professor Cyril Thomas – Former SA Prosthodontist
Dr Peter Stepney DDS, B.C. Canada
Dr Konstantinos Dimtsis DDS
Dr Edward Clark, President of the Wyoming Dental Association
Dr Noel Elmowy BDS from Bondi, Australia
Market restrictions
Business of Dentistry
Management of the OHT
Professionals Complementary to Dentistry
Management of invoicing for clinical service
Restrictions on Clinical Training
Restrictions on Clinical Training of PCDs
Monopoly to sell Dentures
Dentists are not intended to make dentures
Dentists are denture retailers
Anti-competitive Monopoly
For Gain
Restricting access to denture services
Price manipulation
Perceived encroachment
Restraint on selling dentures
Summary of the Restraint
Purpose of the Competition Act 89 of 1998
Struggle for recognition
Unworkable concession
Nature of the Restraint
Effect of the Restraint
Rationale for the Restraint
Fundamental Analysis of the Restraint
Proposed solution
Proposed Solution
Preliminary Recommendation 1
Preliminary Recommendation 2
Preliminary Recommendation 3
Preliminary Recommendation 4
Preliminary Recommendation 5
Preliminary Recommendation 6
Preliminary Recommendation 7
Effect of Proposed solution
Effects of the Proposed Solution
About
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The Vision/Mission Statement of The Society
The Society Logo
Inception
Constitution and Definitions
The Objectives of The Society are
Non-Profit Company
Humanitarian Outreach
Historic overview of the struggle for Denturism in South Africa
Membership
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Professional Associations and Government
South African Dental Technology Educational Stakeholders
International Denturism Associations
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