Comparison of Oral Health Indicators,
Kentucky and the U.S., 2004

Adults, 18 and Older US (%) KY (%) KY (rank)
Missing at least one permanent tooth 45 50  8
Missing 6 or more teeth, but not all 11 12 14
Missing all teeth  6 13  2
Visited dentist in last 12 months 69 70 24
Working Age, 18 to 64
   
Missing at least one permanent tooth 39 45  7
Missing 6 or more teeth, but not all  8 10  7
Missing all teeth  3  9  1
Visited dentist in last 12 months 70 72 19

Source: KLTPRC analysis of data from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Survey Data, Atlanta, Georgia: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2004