The journal of evidence-based dental practice
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Providing culturally and linguistically appropriate care is a crucial step toward the elimination of oral health disparities in the United States. ⋯ It is essential that oral health professionals strive to become culturally and linguistically proficient in communicating with and caring for all our patients. Members of professional organizations and academic institutions can also work to ensure that both students and current practitioners have access to a curriculum and continuing education with the intended outcome of increased cultural proficiency.