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Considerations for Transgender Patients Requiring Dental Rehabilitation
Keri Discepolo1, Nelson Aquino2
1Dr. Discepolo, Associate, Department of Dentistry, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Boston Children???s Hospital, Boston, Mass., USA.
Journal of Dentistry for Children (Chicago, Ill.)
|March 26, 2022
Summary
Transgender youth face higher oral health risks and barriers to care. Pediatric dentists must create inclusive environments to ensure continuous, comprehensive dental services for this population.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Transgender Health
- Health Equity
Background:
- Transgender youth experience significant oral health disparities.
- Barriers to healthcare access are prevalent in this demographic.
- Negative experiences can lead to medical care avoidance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight risk factors impacting transgender youth's dental care.
- To identify best practices for inclusive pediatric dental care.
- To improve the quality of dental services for transgender patients.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on transgender youth oral health.
- Analysis of environmental factors in dental settings.
- Identification of provider-related challenges.
Main Results:
- Transgender youth are prone to poorer oral health outcomes.
- Lack of support and understanding exacerbates care avoidance.
- Unintentional negative attitudes from providers can harm patient trust.
Conclusions:
- Welcoming and inclusive dental environments are crucial.
- Continuous comprehensive care is essential for transgender youth.
- Pediatric dentists play a vital role in addressing these disparities.
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