Patterns of tooth loss in the Australian population 2004-06
released: 3 Nov 2008 author: AIHW Dental Statistics and Research Unit
This report provides information on patterns of tooth loss in the Australian population in 2004¿06. Differences by age group, sex, eligibility for public dental care (cardholder status), place of residence, education, dental visiting pattern and dental insurance are presented. Variations by state and territory are provided.
ISSN 1445-775X; Cat. no. DEN 185; 4pp.; INTERNET ONLY
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Publication table of contents
- Main findings
- Dentate status
- Inadequate natural dentition
- Denture wearing by dentate people
- Teeth missing due to dental disease
- Food avoidance in last 12 months
- Data collection
- Acknowledgments
Recommended citation
AIHW Dental Statistics and Research Unit 2008. Patterns of tooth loss in the Australian population 2004-06. AIHW Dental Statistics and Research Unit Research Report No. 38. Cat. no. DEN 185. Canberra: AIHW. Viewed 13 January 2013 <http://www.aihw.gov.au/publication-detail/?id=6442468175>.