If the Board feels that a Code of Ethics is necessary, and it unfortunately is, then that Code must be uniform, fair, clearly spelled out and enforceable. The Cide must be easily accessible by all Virginia dentists and written in succinct and easily understood language. As has been pointed out previously, although the Board could create such a Code, it has neither the time nor the resources to do so. The ADA Code is a time-tested document that fits these requirements. In addition, it is something that the vast majority of practitioners in the USA have agreed are fair and reasonable and have agreed to follow. I would respectfully suggest that the aboard adopt the ADA Code of Ethics for all of Virginia.