Description

For sample adults ages 18 and older, PDENTIST indicates how important they believe seeing a dentist regularly is for preventing tooth decay.

PDENTIST 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