About ADC
An Online College Dedicated to the Future of Denturism
American Denturist College helps students build meaningful careers in denturism through high-quality distance learning, responsive support, and a strong commitment to student success.
Who We Are
Our team is made up of experienced denturists and dental professionals who understand the realities of the field and what it takes to succeed in practice.
American Denturist College is a student-centered, online institution dedicated to preparing the next generation of denturists. The College combines flexible distance learning with experienced faculty, modern clinical expectations, and a genuine commitment to student success. Every aspect of the learning experience is designed to support students as they build the knowledge, confidence, and skills needed to enter the field with professionalism and purpose.
What Guides Our Work
Mission
American Denturist College advances the art and science of denturist education through online programs that prepare future denturists with the academic knowledge, clinical expertise, and professional integrity to excel in practice.
Vision
American Denturist College’s goal is to be a learning-centered organization that promotes student success. We aspire to become a leading provider of denturist education, recognized for our leadership in the field and known for excellence in teaching, learning, and producing exceptional career-ready graduates.
Our History
The denturist profession began in the United States in 1978, when Oregon voters approved licensure for this field. As the need for skilled denturists grew—particularly across the Pacific Northwest—Todd and Brad Young founded American Denturist College in 2011 to expand educational access for individuals interested in dental prosthetics. Supported by the Higher Education Coordinating Commission and the Oregon Health Licensing Agency, the College was created to offer high-quality, accessible training for future denturists.
The College launched its first Denturist Diploma Program in 2013 and continued strengthening its curriculum, student support services, and clinical expectations as the profession evolved. In 2018, ADC achieved initial accreditation through the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), reflecting its commitment to quality, accountability, and strong outcomes in distance learning. Accreditation assures students that ADC meets nationally recognized standards of educational quality and institutional integrity.
In 2020, the College introduced the first Technical Bachelor’s Degree in Denturism in the United States. This stackable credential allows graduates of the Diploma program—or an equivalent approved program—to continue their studies and complete advanced coursework toward a bachelor’s degree.
ADC remains dedicated to preparing graduates to serve their communities with skill, professionalism, and patient-centered care.
Leadership Team
Todd Young
President
Brad Young
Chief Financial Officer
Dr. Cathy Plunkett
Chief Academic Officer
Krissie McBride
Director of Operations
Dale Canfield
Director of Information Technology
Industry Advisory Board
Our Advisory Board is made up of experienced denturists and industry professionals who contribute external expertise that strengthens our academic standards and helps ensure our programs prepare students for meaningful, successful practice in the field.
William (Bill) Barton, M.M.; B.S. in Management–Human Resources; CDT; Senior Field Technical Consultant, Ivoclar Inc.; Six Sigma Green Belt (Healthcare).
Tad Burzynski, L.D., R.D.H.; A.S. in Denture Technology; A.S. in Dental Hygiene; Licensed Denturist (OR).
Rebecca (Becky) Connor, L.D.; Licensed Denturist (ME); Owner, Queen City Dentures & Partials, LLC.
Allan (Al) Fortin, L.D.; Denturism Program Graduate; Licensed Denturist (ME); Owner, Augusta Denture / Fortin Denture Clinic.
Sara Bouma, M.P.H.; B.A. in Education; Dental Assisting Faculty; Higher Education Administrator; Instructor at Des Moines Area Community College & ADC.
Josh Brooks, L.D., A.A.; Denturism Program Graduate; Licensed Denturist (WA); Owner, Columbia Basin Denture Care and Statewide Denture Services.
Our Commitment to Our Students
Students are at the center of everything we do. ADC’s faculty and staff work closely with learners from enrollment through graduation, offering clear communication, timely support, and a learning environment built around transparency and student success. Whether students are brand new to the profession or advancing their skills through further study, the College is committed to helping them reach their goals with confidence.
Take the First Step Toward Your Denturist Career
Join a program designed and led by experienced practitioners who know what it takes to thrive in the field and are ready to support you every step of the way.