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Understanding and Caring for LGBTQ+ Youth by the Oral Health Care Provider

2021; Elsevier BV; Volume: 65; Issue: 4 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1016/j.cden.2021.06.007

1558-0512

Joshua A. Raisin, Deanna Adkins, Scott B. Schwartz,

HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions

With growing visibility, there is an increasing prevalence of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) youth who feel empowered to own their true identity. Members of the oral health team frequently do not receive sufficient education in their training to recognize the nuance that treating this population may require. Although the tooth-level treatment does not materially change, a deeper appreciation of development of sexuality and gender identity, transgender medicine, and the health disparities LGBTQ+ youth face can promote more meaningful, trusting clinical relationships with this vulnerable population. This article aims to provide members of the oral health team with the requisite knowledge to deliver culturally competent care to LGBTQ+ youth.