Table 1 Distribution of adults (N = 1150) according to individual characteristics, social structure and social context

Gender

Satisfaction with access to services *

Female

Yes

Male

No

Age

Services used most *

35-39 years

Others

40-44 years

Public

Marital status*

Problem obtaining appointment

Married/Stable union

No

Others

Yes

Has negative feelings *

Household income*

No

> R$1,020 (> US$600)

Yes

≤ R$1,020 (≤ US$600)

Considers self happy *

Schooling*

Yes

University

No

Non-university

Capable of coping with stress*

Participation in groups

Yes

Yes

No

No

Food preference *

Has persons willing to assist financially *

Salty

Yes

Sweet

No

Use of dental floss *

Has security at home *

Yes

Yes

No

No

Use of tooth paste *

Community has petitioned authorities for benefits *

Yes

Yes

No

No

Regular visits to dentist *

Capable of making decisions (empowerment)

Yes

Yes

No

No