The Department of Periodontics aspires to be recognized as one of the best programs in periodontics through outstanding educational programs, excellence in patient care and leading-edge research and scholarship. The department is committed to the cultural, ethnic, racial and gender diversity of its faculty, staff and student body. This commitment embraces interactive, ongoing partnerships with students, with patients and with the public in order to effectively serve those who seek a career those who seek care and those who seek knowledge.