UCDH STUDENT DRESS CODE / UNIFORMS

Students at UCDH must maintain exceptional personal and oral hygiene. As representatives of the dental profession and of the College, students must observe the highest possible standards of professional appearance and personal cleanliness. Because patient care is delivered in the College throughout the year, it is important that all students (whether in the clinic, pre-clinic, classroom, or other areas on campus) always maintain a professional appearance. Therefore, this policy is in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.

Students are also subject to the UCDH Dress Code when they are operating in any official capacity for the college whether on campus or off campus as they represent the college, the profession of dental hygiene, and the professional image associated with oral healthcare professionals to the public.

SCHOOL/CLINIC UNIFORM-PERSONAL APPEARANCE

NOTE:  WHEN IN UNIFORM (i.e., scrubs), ALL RULES BELOW APPLY

A clinical uniform is required 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.

1. The uniform consists of matching top and bottom scrubs as specified by UCDH. All uniform (scrubs) purchases and laundering are the responsibility of the student. Disposable clinic gowns may be available, and asepsis must be maintained when scrubs are cleaned. We suggest purchasing from 1-800-LABWEAR (www.labwear.com).  Please refer to your conditional acceptance packet for style specifics and requirements.
2. The uniform must be clean, unstained, and unwrinkled. When in non-school uniform, specific rules apply as outlined in the General Attire Section of this document; however, clothing such as shorts, open-toed sandals and bare ankles are not allowed. 
3. A white tee shirt may be worn under the scrub top providing no writing or design is visible and the shirttail is worn inside the scrub pants.
4. Students must have 2 sets of shoes, one pair for clinic and one for outside of clinic:
      Clinic shoe requirements- All white with white or grey soles, a solid upper (a firm material such as leather or synthetic leather), and closed toe. It is suggested that students purchase shoes of the highest quality possible that are specifically designed for the demands of a healthcare profession. Shoes must be freshly polished and buffed and, in the judgment of attending faculty, appropriate for clinic. Shoelaces must be washed and bleached regularly and replaced, as necessary. Socks must fully cover the legs when in a seated position. Socks may be solid, or have designs provided there are no inappropriate printing or graphics.
   
      Outside of clinic shoe requirements-An “athletic” style shoe (aka-trainer, sneakers, or tennis shoes) which is closed toe. These may be any color combination. Shoes must be clean with no damage. Socks may be solid, or have designs provided there are no inappropriate printing or graphics.
5. All replacement (or accessory) uniforms must be identical to the original scrubs in manufacturer and color.
6. Hair must be clean, and neat. When in the clinic it must be secured behind the shoulder so when bending from the waist no hair should fall forward that might obscure vision or fall into the patient’s space. Ponytails, buns, and braids are permitted. Bobby pins and/or traditional hair elastics are appropriate hair accessories. No large hair accessories are permitted (i.e.-bows, etc.) If a fabric headband with buttons for masks are used in clinic, they must be removed with the lab coat and laundered in the same manner. Hairstyles and colors must be conservative and professional. Mustaches and/or beards must be clean, neat, and tightly trimmed.