Adults Survey
Adult Dental Health Survey 2009
Sample Size
11,380
Year
2009
Variables
1,173
Countries
England, Wales, Northern Ireland
About this Survey
The 2009 Adult Dental Health Survey (ADHS) provides comprehensive data on the dental health of adults aged 16 and over in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It combines clinical examinations with detailed questionnaire data on dental behaviors, attitudes, and service use.
Key Topics Covered
Dental condition and decay
Periodontal (gum) disease
Tooth loss patterns
Dental prostheses (dentures)
Dental service use and access
Oral health-related quality of life
Socioeconomic factors
Regional variations
Survey Weights
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Citation
Health and Social Care Information Centre (2011).
Adult Dental Health Survey, 2009
UK Data Service.