Description

For persons age 2 and older who reported visiting a dentist in the past 1-2 years, DENREASN reports the reason for the last visit.

This variable is periodically included as part of the Dental Health and Dental Care supplements. For related variables and more information about these supplements, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus, or see DENTINT.

Comparability

The universe changed slightly over time. In 1986, this question was asked of all persons ages 2 and older who had seen a dentist within the last 2 years. In 1999, this question was asked of sample adults and sample children who had seen or talked with a dentist in the past 12 months.

Universe

Availability

• 1986, 1999

Weights

• 1986 : PERWEIGHT
• 1999 : SAMPWEIGHT