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Frequency of Dental Visits

Q.C3, HHANES, 1982–1984
On the average, about how many times a year does _____ see someone for dental care?
     1     Less than once a year
     2     Once
     3     Twice
     4     3 or more times
     5     No regular schedule
     9     DK
Q.HYF5 & HAQ4, NHANES III 1988–1994
How often (does ______/do you) go to the dentist or dental hygienist?
     1     At least once a year
     2     Every 2 years
     3     Less often than every 2 years
     4     Whenever needed - no regular schedule
     5     Other, specify _________
     9     DK
Q.S50, CPS, Attachment 9 Supplement, 1995; 1996
In the PAST YEAR have you SEEN a dentist?
     1     Yes
     2     No
Q. S4Q09 SLAITS/National Survey of Children’s Health 2003–2004

During the past 12 months/since [his/her] birth, did [CHILD] see a dentist for any routine preventive dental care, including check-ups, screenings, and sealants? Include all types of dentists, such as orthodontists, oral surgeons, and all other dental specialists.

      0 No
      1 Yes
      6 Don’t know
      7 Refused

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