Over the years I have reviewed the penalties handed down to Dentists in the Commonwealth for unethical practice by the Board of Dentistry.  It is obvious to me many Dentists are not quite sure what is and what isn't ethical.  The ADA has developed a Code of Ethics which is something the State of Virginia needs to adopt.  When I hear negative comments about this I worry about underlying reasons which concerns me.  This is not about whether to adopt or not to adopt the ADA Code of Ethics but whether you want the ADA Code of Ethics or do you want the Board of Dentistry version which believe me will be more strict.