n Questionnaires have been used to collect oral health data at
national level
n National Health Interview Survey (NHIS)
Annual self-reported data
Representative sample of US population
Face-to-face interviews
Core and supplemental modules
Since 1983 – Track oral health topics: dental visits, use of
fluoride supplements, toothbrushing practices, dental
insurance status, screening for oral cancer
 have been part of basic, periodic, and topical sections
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