Description

For sample adults ages 18 and older, PGSWEETS indicates how important the person believes avoiding between-meal sweets is for preventing gum disease.

PGSWEETS was first introduced in 1985 as part of the Dental Health Supplement. For related variables and more information about this supplement, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus.

Comparability

There are no comparability issues.

Universe

Availability

• 1985

Weights

• 1985 : SAMPWEIGHT