The following dress code guidelines have been established to help foster and ensure an atmosphere of professionalism at the IU School of Dentistry. Good personal hygiene and grooming are essential components of a professional appearance. Those who shave must be clean-shaven. Long hair must be pinned back, out of the field of visions and away from operating areas and surfaces.
Moderation is to be exercised in the application of make-up, cologne, perfume, and jewelry.
In addition, every employee and student is responsible for maintaining a wardrobe for work or school that includes clean, neat, and well-fitting clothing. Women must wear either a skirt or slacks and blouse, or a dress. Hosiery must be worn with skirts and dresses, and socks or hosiery must be worn with slacks. For safety reasons, open-toed shoes or sandals are not permitted in the clinics. Students may wear scrubs under their disposable gowns.