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Peter C. Fritz
B.Sc., D.D.S., F.R.C.D. (C), Ph.D. (Perio)
Dr. Peter Fritz is a certified specialist in Periodontics and is in full-time private practice in Fonthill, Ontario. The focus of his periodontal practice is dental implant therapy, bone and soft tissue reconstruction, and oral medicine.
He completed his B.Sc. degree at McMaster University and his D.D.S. degree at the University of Toronto. Dr. Fritz practiced General Dentistry for 5 years before obtaining a Fellowship in Periodontics from the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. Dr. Peter Fritz considers the most important part of his clinical training to be the completion of his second doctorate, a Ph.D. in the molecular biology of bone formation from the University of Toronto. This provides Dr. Peter Fritz with the ability to approach clinical problems from a rigorous scientific perspective.
Dr. Fritz is Staff Periodontist for the Niagara Health System, President of the Welland District Dental Society, and Past-President of the Ontario Society of Periodontists.
Dr. Fritz has lectured extensively across North America and Europe and has published several implant and bone related articles and three book chapters. Dr. Fritz has developed continuing education programs involving dentists, specialists and hygienists with the goal to provide a learning experience that facilitates the achievement of excellence for all dental professionals. With Professor Wendy Ward of the University of Toronto, Dr. Fritz founded the Niagara Peninsula Dental Hygienist Study Club and Perio in the Peninsula Study Club , both international continuing education programs for dental professionals.
In 2010 Dr. Fritz was appointed as a Fellow of the International Team for Implantology (ITI). The ITI is a network that unites professionals around the world from every field of implant dentistry and related tissue regeneration. The ITI's mission is "to promote and disseminate knowledge on all aspects of implant dentistry and related tissue regeneration through research, development and education to the benefit of the patient." As such, in 2010-2012, Dr. Fritz will be participating at major Periodontal and Implant Conferences in Geneva, London, Munich and Vienna and he will be presenting a paper at the Osteology meeting in Cannes, France.
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Assunta is a Certified Dental Assistant. She has worked with Dr. Fritz since 1997 and has assisted in over 10000 procedures. Formerly a Registered Practical Nurse, her experience with medically compromised patients and the elderly is of benefit for all of our paztients. Assunta is an instructor in the “Perio in the Peninsula ” lecture series where she demonstrates instrument management systems and strict infection control protocols used in dental offices today. Assunta is a board member for Womens Place of South Niagara. |
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Donna is a Registered Dental Hygienist with 20 years experience. She has been working with Dr. Fritz since 2005. Her friendly and calm approach facilitates her treatment of periodontal patients with all levels of dental anxiety. Donna has received additional training as a hygienist in Washington, D.C. and has advanced her skills at the international Europerio 6 conference for periodontists and hygienists in Stockholm, Sweden. |
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Margie is a Registered Nurse and has 18 years nursing experience, specifically with seniors and special needs patients. Margie also works part time at the Welland Hospital Emergency Department. Her chief objective is to ensure your periodontal experience is as pleasant and comfortable as possible. Margie has worked with Dr. Fritz since 2005. |
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Sheila is a Registered Dental Hygienist with 20 years experience. She has worked with Dr. Fritz since 2002. Sheila is experienced in treating patients with all levels of dental anxiety. In conjunction with the Registered Nurse and Dr. Fritz, Sheila often provides deep cleanings while the patient is asleep. Sheila has attended continuing education courses at the regional, provincial and national level. She has furthered her skills at the international Europerio 6 conference for periodontists and hygienists in Stockholm, Sweden. |
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Mike is a Registered Nurse with 16 years nursing experience, 12 of which are as an Emergency Room nurse at the Welland Hospital. Mike is a former police officer and is currently working as a professional firefighter. Mike will ensure your comfort and safety during your visit. |
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Jordanna, is a Certified Dental Receptionist. She graduated with honours from the Dental Office Administration program at Niagara College. With a warm demeanor and friendly smile she'll help you synchronize your appointments with your daily life. |
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Ruth is one of our newest members of our periodontal team. Her main role within the office is dental receptionist. Ruth began her receptionist career within the Niagara dental community in 1996. Her experience and friendly manner will allow your transition at the front desk to be a pleasant one. Ruth has also resumed the responsibilities of being our event co-ordinator. Specifically, she organizes the seminars for both the ‘Niagara Peninsula Dental Hygienist Study Club’ and ‘Perio in the Peninsula Study Club’. |
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Linda is the newest member of our team. She is a Registered Dental Hygienist with over twenty years experience including teaching dental hygiene for 7 years at Niagara College. In addition to her strong commitment to lifelong learning and professional development as a hygienist, she also recently earned a Certificate in Adult Education at Niagara College. |
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