We, the faculty, students and staff of the UCSF School of Dentistry, are committed to fostering an environment of mutual trust and respect. We believe this goal requires clear communication, compassion for others, and enthusiasm for the dental profession. To this end, we accept personal responsibility for our interactions with patients and colleagues and we encourage one another through constructive guidance. This team philosophy will be the foundation of all our endeavors, even in challenging times. In this way, we will continue to achieve academic and clinical excellence, create lifelong professional partnerships, and provide lasting contributions to the greater community.