Mission, Vision and Values

Our Vision

To be recognized as a global leader promoting excellence in dental education, patient care, research, and service.

Our Mission

Educating oral health care professionals to provide quality, compassionate care in a humanistic environment serving New Jersey and communities worldwide, while advancing oral health through discovery, innovation and service.

Our Values

• Respect: Recognize and honor diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives while fostering an environment of professionalism, inclusivity, and ethical conduct.
• Understanding: Acknowledge different perspectives, actively listen, and appreciate individuals’ values, needs, and concerns.
• Excellence: Pursue exceptional quality in education, scholarship, and oral health care.
• Discovery: Embrace curiosity and innovation to advance knowledge and practice.
• Unity: Foster collaboration, a shared sense of purpose, and an environment of mutual respect.
• Compassion: Demonstrate kindness, empathy, and understanding towards the needs and challenges of others.
• Advocacy: Champion and advance the needs and well-being of all.
• Trust: Build and maintain meaningful relationships through transparency, reliability, and respect.
• Engagement: Actively participate and collaborate, with an emphasis on shared responsibility and teamwork