Table 2 Age eligibility for Oral Health assessments, NHANES 2011–2014

 Dental health perception, dental visits and dental care utilization*

1+

1+

 Tooth brushing and tooth paste use

–

3–19

 Fluoride supplement use

–

3–15

 Receipt of health information from a dental professional

16+

16+

 Oral pain and quality of life*

30+

30+

 Oral cancer

30+

30+

 Periodontal Disease

30+

30+

 Medical history screening

30+

30+

 Tooth count

1+

1+

 Dental caries

1+

1+

 Dental sealants

3–19

3–19

 Dental fluorosis

6–19

6–19

 Periodontal assessment

30+

30+

 Recommendation for care

1+

1+

 Fluoride in plasma

–

3–19

 Fluoride in water

–

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