Now being admitted to the profession of dentistry, I pledge myself to the service of humanity, my patients, my community, and my profession.
I will use my skills to serve all in need, with openness of spirit and without bias. The health and well-being of my patients will be my first consideration.
I will hold in confidence all that my patients entrust to me. I will not subordinate the dignity of any person to monetary, scientific, or political ends.
I recognize that I have responsibilities to my community, to promote its welfare and to speak out against injustice. The high regard of my profession is born of society’s trust in its practitioners; I will strive to merit that trust.
I will promote the integrity of my profession with honest and respectful relations with other health professionals.
I am indebted to those who have taught me its art and science and I recognize my responsibility, in turn, to contribute to the education of those who come after me.
I will strive to advance my profession by seeking new knowledge and by reexamining the ideas and practices of the past.
I assume these responsibilities knowing that their fulfillment depends upon my own good health. I ask that my colleagues be attentive to my wellbeing as I will be to theirs.
I will seek to improve my practice by maintaining my skills and addressing my mistakes.
I take this oath freely and upon my honor.
