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Q.MH27, NHANES I, 1971–1975
How many times a day do you usually brush your teeth?
     ____ Times
Q.MH32a, b, NHANES I, 1971–1975
a. Have you ever had your teeth cleaned by a dentist or dental hygienist?

     1     Yes
     2     No

b. When was the last time they were cleaned?

     1     Less than 1 year ago
     2     1-2 years ago
     3     3-4 years ago
     4     5 or more years ago

Q.B17, HHANES, 1982–1984
Have you ever had your teeth cleaned by a dentist or dental hygienist?

     1     Yes
     2     No

Q.B18, HHANES, 1982–1984
When was the last time they were cleaned?

     1     6 months ago or less
     2     Over 6 months to 12 months
     3     Over 12 months to 2 years
     4     Over 2 years to 5 years
     5     More than 5 years
     9     DK

Q.B19, HHANES, 1982–1984
During the past 2 years, how many times have you had your teeth cleaned by a dentist or a dental hygienist?

     1     Once
     2     Twice
     3     Three times
     4     Four or more times
     9     DK

Q.OHQ.040, NHANES, 1999–2002
During the past 3 years, {have/has}{you/SP} been to the dentist for routine check-ups or cleanings?

     1     Yes
     2     No
     7     Refused
     9     DK

Q.OHQ.050, NHANES, 1999–2002
During the past 3 years, how often {have you/has SP} gone to the dentist for routine check-ups or cleanings?

     1     2 or more times a year
     2     Once a year
     3     Less than once a year
     4     Whenever needed, no regular schedule
     7     Refused
     9     DK

Q.O7a, b, NHIS, 1986
a. Now I am going to ask about some things that people may be doing to take care of their teeth.
What does ___ use when ___brushes ___teeth - toothpaste, tooth powder, or something else?

     1     Toothpaste
     8     Other, specify __________

b. What brand did - - use most often during the past two weeks?

     1     Crest
     2     Crest Tartar Control
     3     Colgate
     4     Dentagard
     5     Aquafresh
     6     Aim
     8     Other, specify _________
     9     DK

Q.Z8, NHIS, 1990
In your opinion, which ONE of these is the BEST method for preventing tooth decay?

     1     Limiting sugary snacks
     2     Using fluoridated water and dental products with fluoride
     3     Chewing sugarless gum
     4     Brushing and flossing the teeth
     5     Visiting the dentist every 6 months
     9     DK

Q.SAQ.34, NMES, 1987
How often do you brush your teeth?

     1     More than once a day
     2     Once a day
     3     Every few days
     4     Ever few weeks
     5     Never

Q.SAQ.35, NMES, 1987
Did you use dental floss yesterday?

     1     Yes
     2     No

Q.DN04, MEPS HC, 1996; 1997; 1998; 1999; 2000; 2001; 2002; 2003; 2004; 2005
What did (person) have done during this visit? Probe: What else was done?

     1       General exam, checkup or consultation
     2       Cleaning, prophylaxis, or polishing
     3       X-rays, radiographs, or bitewings
     4       Fluoride treatment
     5       Sealant (plastic coatings on back teeth)
     6       Fillings
     7       Inlays
     8       Crowns or caps
     9       Root canal
     10     Periodontal scaling, root planing, or gum surgery
     11     Periodontal recall visit (periodic or regular)
     12     Extraction, tooth pulled
     13     Implants
     14     Abscess or infection treatment
     15     Other oral surgery
     16     Fixed bridges
     17     Dentures or removable partial dentures
     18     Relining or repair of bridges or dentures
     19     Orthodontia, braces, or retainers
     20     Bond, whiten, or bleach
     21     Treatment for TMD or TMJ
     99     Other
     -7      Ref
     -8      DK

Q.6.3, BRFSS, Section 6, 1999; Module 6, 2000
How long has it been since you had your teeth "cleaned" by a dentist or dental hygienist?

     1      Within the past year (1 to 12 months ago)
     2      Within the past 2 years (1 to 2 years ago)
     3      Within the past 5 years (2 to 5 years ago)
     4      5 or more years ago
     7      DK/Not sure
     8      Never
     9      Refused

Q.3, BRFSS, Module 6, 2001; Section 7, 2002; Module 2, 2003; Section 11, 2004; Module 2, 2005; Section 6, 2006
How long has it been since you had your teeth cleaned by a dentist or dental hygienist?

     1      Within the past year (anytime less than 12 months ago)
     2      Within the past 2 years (1 year but less than 2 years ago)
     3      Within the past 5 years (2 years but less than 5 years ago)
     4      5 or more years ago
     7      DK/Not sure
     8      Never
     9      Refused

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

Q. S4Q10 SLAITS/National Survey of Children’s Health 2003–2004

During the past 12 months/Since [CHILD]’s birth, was there any time when [CHILD] needed routine preventive dental care?

      0     No
      1     Yes
      6     Don’t know
      7     Refused

Q. S4Q13 SLAITS/National Survey of Children’s Health 2003–2004

During the past 12 months/Since [his/her] birth, did [he/she] receive all the routine preventive dental care [he/she] needed?

      0     No
      1     Yes
      6     Don’t know
      7     Refused

Q. S4Q14 SLAITS/National Survey of Children’s Health 2003–2004

Why did [CHILD] not get all the dental care that [he/she] needed?

      Cost too much
      No insurance
      Health plan problem
      Can’t find dentist who accepts child’s insurance
      Not available in area/transport problems
      Not convenient times/could not get appointment
      Dentist did not know how to treat or provide care
      Dissatisfaction with dentist
      Did not know where to go for treatment
      Child refused to go
      Treatment is ongoing
      Other
      No referral
      Lack of resources at school

Q. C4Q05_X031, SLAITS/ National Survey of Children with Special Health Care Needs 2005–2006

During the past 12 months/since birth, was there any time when (S.C. needed) preventive dental care, such as check-ups and dental cleaning?

      01     Yes
      02     No
      77     Don’t know
      99     Refused

Q. C4Q05_X031a, b, c, SLAITS/National Survey of Children with Special Health Care Needs 2005–2006

a. Did (S.C.) receive all the preventive dental care that {he/she} need?

      01     Yes
      02     No
      77     Don’t know
      99     Refused

b. Why did (S.C.) not get the preventive dental care that {he/she} needed?

      01     Cost too much
      02     No insurance
      03     Health plan problem
      04     Can’t find provider who accepts child’s insurance
      05     Not available in area/transport problems
      06     Not convenient times/could not get appointment
      07     Provider did not know how to treat or provide care
      08     Dissatisfaction with provider
      09     Did not know where to go for treatment
      10     Child refused to go
      11     Treatment is ongoing
      12     Vaccine shortage
      13     No referral
      14     Lack of resources at school
      15     Did not go to appt/neglected appt/forgot appt
      16     Other
      77     Don’t know
      99     Refused

c. Did (S.C.) get any preventive dental care during the past 12 months/since (his/her) birth?

      01     Yes
      02     No
      77     Don’t know
      99     Refused

Q. Y2 PRAMS Phase 5 Standard 2004–2008

Have you ever had your teeth cleaned by a dentist or dental hygienist?

      No
      Yes

Q. Y3 PRAMS Phase 5 Standard 2004–2008

When did you have your teeth cleaned by a dentist or dental hygienist?

      a. Before my most recent pregnancy
      b. During my most recent pregnancy
      c. After my most recent pregnancy

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