2015 Dental Health and Hygiene Index by Question Full Questionnaire
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Report Overview •
An Index score is calculated for several variables in this report to compare responses from :DentalPlans customers to results from the national survey. –
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An index of greater than 100 indicates :DentalPlans customers are more likely to provide a desirable response, while an index less than 100 indicates customers are less likely to provide a desirable response. The index also quantifies the magnitude of the difference (e.g. an index of 105 indicates customers respond 5% more favorably than the national sample, while an index of 90 indicates customers respond 10% less favorably than the national sample.
Two aggregate indices are calculated to combine several factors: –
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Dental Health Diligence Index: This index shows how much more diligent :DentalPlans customers are about dental health. A respondent who is considered to be diligent has a dentist they see regularly, goes twice a year for check-ups and cleanings, and has X-rays taken once a year. Dental Hygiene Index: This index shows how much more likely :DentalPlans customers are to take care of their teeth on a daily basis. A respondent who has good hygiene brushes at least twice a day for more than one minute at a time, flosses at least once a day, and replaces their toothbrush regularly.
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Dental Health Diligence Index
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Compared to the general population, :DentalPlans customers are‌
39% More Likely To have a dentist that they currently see regularly
5% More Likely
10% More Likely
To have a regular check-up twice a year
To have regular cleanings twice a year
Dental Health Diligence Index:
185
26% More Likely To have dental X-rays once per year
:DentalPlans customers are 85% more likely to be diligent* about their dental health.
* A Diligent respondent has a regular dentist and has all three of the ADA recommended services (check-up, cleaning, and X-rays) each year.
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Dental Health Diligence Index Detail
Index 88%
Currently has a dentist
139
63% 80%
Check-ups twice annually
105
76% 83%
Cleanings twice annually
110
76% 80%
X-Rays once annually
126
63% 57%
DILIGENT RESPONDENTS
185
31% 0%
20%
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40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Dental Health Diligence Index – By Region
New England Pacific
185
199
Midwest
204
Mountain
194
Mid-Atlantic
162
South
167
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Dental Hygiene Index
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Compared to the general population, :DentalPlans customers are‌ Equally Likely
2% Less Likely
To spend at least one minute brushing each time they brush.
To replace their toothbrush regularly and/or when needed.
11% More Likely
Dental Hygiene Index:
To brush their teeth at least twice a day.
115
20% More Likely To floss at least once a day.
:DentalPlans customers are 15% more likely to follow all hygiene guidelines.*
* Guidelines include brushing at least twice a day, flossing at least once a day, spending at least one minute or longer brushing each time they brush, and replacing a toothbrush at least every 3-4 months and/or when bristles become frayed.
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Dental Hygiene Index Detail
Index 78%
Brushes at least twice a day
111
70% 93%
Brushes for 1+ minutes
93% 84%
Replaces toothbrush often*
98
86% 81%
Flosses at least once a day
120
67% 54%
HYGIENIC RESPONDENTS
115
47% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
* Toothbrush is replaced at least once every 3-4 months OR when bristles become frayed
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Dental Hygiene Index – By Region
New England Pacific
104
100
Midwest
128
Mountain
108
Mid-Atlantic
119
South
130
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Dental Health Findings: Index by Question
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Report Overview •
An Index score is calculated for several variables in this report to compare responses from :DentalPlans customers to results from the national survey. –
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An index of greater than 100 indicates :DentalPlans customers are more likely to provide a desirable response, while an index less than 100 indicates customers are less likely to provide a desirable response. The index also quantifies the magnitude of the difference (e.g. an index of 105 indicates customers respond 5% more favorably than the national sample, while an index of 90 indicates customers respond 10% less favorably than the national sample.
The following color highlights are used to facilitate analysis: –
An index above 115 is highlighted in green
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An index between 85 and 115 is highlighted in grey
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An index below 85 is highlighted in red
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Last Dental Visit
Index
12%
Within past week
404
3% 24%
Within past month
167
14% 49%
2 to 6 months
128
38% 8%
7 to 12 months
69
12% 6%
More than a year
24
26% 0%
20%
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40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Dental Health Diligence
Index 88%
Currently has a dentist
139
63% 80%
Check-ups twice annually
105
76%
83%
Cleanings twice annually
110
76% 80%
X-Rays once annually
126
63% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Dental Health Reasons to Switch Dentists
Index
28% 27%
More affordable
21%
Better Quality 12%
Closer to home/work 6%
Gentler
103 61
34%
55
22%
48
12% 20% 26%
Covered by insurance
75
5% 6%
Referal
71
Wouldn't Switch
52%
37% 0%
20% :DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
139 80%
100%
General Population
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Dental Health Years Seeing Same Dentist
Index 103
15%
less than 1 year
15%
85
18%
1 to 2 years
21% 21%
3 to 5 years
90
24% 46%
more than 5 years
113
40% 0%
20% :DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Dental Health Non-Routine Procedures
Index 113
54%
Fillings
48%
190
52%
Crowns
27% 26%
Root Canal
142
18% 11%
Bridges
181
6% 0%
20%
40%
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60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Dental Health Cosmetic Procedures
Index 30
6%
Teeth Whitening
19%
99
8%
Dental implants
8% 2%
Veneers
77
3% 2%
Braces
40
4% 0%
20%
40%
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60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Dental Health Topics Discussed with Dentist
Index 108
79%
Cleanings and Oral Exams
65% 30% 32%
Oral Hygiene products
93
32%
Treatment options
132
25% 10% 12%
Cosmetic Improvements
81
TMJ, Headaches
5% 9%
57
New Dental Technologies
8% 9%
89
0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Beverages Deemed Bad For Teeth
Index 87% 82%
Sodas
107
40% 44%
Wine
89
23%
Beer
68
34% 66%
Coffee
87
76% 47%
Sports Drinks
119
40% 54% 50%
Juices 0%
20%
40%
:DentalPlans Clients
60%
110 80%
100%
General Population
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Snacks Perceived to be Good For Teeth
Index
36%
Bananas
85
42% 5%
Chocolate
59
9% 31% 29%
Nuts
108
25% 24%
Cheese
101 68% 64%
Vegetables
106 74%
Apples
113
65% 0%
20%
40%
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60%
80%
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General Population
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Index Findings: Dental Hygiene
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Dental Hygiene
Index 78%
Brushes at least twice a day
111
70% 93%
Brushes for 1+ minutes
100
93% 84%
Replaces toothbrush often*
98
86%
81%
Flosses at least once a day
120
67% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
* Toothbrush is replaced either every couple of months OR at least once every 3-4 months OR when bristles become frayed
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Dental Hygiene Times Brushing Teeth
Index 89% 87%
Morning
103 89
7% 8%
Noon
83
8% 9%
Afternoon
81%
Evening
112
72% 5% 4%
After Eating 0%
102 20%
40%
:DentalPlans Clients
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80%
100%
General Population
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Dental Hygiene Other Reasons for Brushing Teeth
Index
13% 21%
After Drinking Coffee
63 32%
Before a Date
71
46%
After eating foods that get stuck in my teeth
79% 71%
110
4% 6%
Before working out at gym
63 21% 23%
Prior to giving a speech or presentation
92
13% 10%
Other 0% :DentalPlans Clients
134
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Dental Hygiene Reasons for Skipping Brushing Teeth
Index
22%
Too tired
80
28% 23%
Just forget
75
31% 14%
Lazy
54
26% 5%
Forgot toothbrush
49
11% 48%
Never skip
141
34% 0%
20% :DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Dental Hygiene Toothbrush Storage
Index
11% 14%
Drawer
84 46% 48%
Container on sink
95 52
7%
With other toothbrushes
13% 19% 22%
In a cup
85
10% 13%
In a plastic sleeve 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
84 40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Dental Hygiene Actions to Promote Good Oral Hygiene
Index 106
69% 65%
Drinking water
109
51% 46%
Fruits and Vegetables
128
30% 24%
Fluoridated Water
59%
Using Mouthwash
90
66%
23% 28%
Using Fluoride rinse
83
Flossing Daily
64%
Seeing Dentist 2x per year
57%
80%
124
78%
138
50% 53%
Replacing Toothbrush often 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
94 80%
100%
General Population
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Index Findings: Children’s Dental Health
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Child Sees a Dentist
Index
89%
105
Yes
84%
0%
20%
40% :DentalPlans Clients
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Last Dental Visit Child
Index
5%
Within past week
80
6% 18%
Within past month
110
16% 47%
2 to 6 months
81
59% 13%
7 to 12 months
106
12% 8%
More than a year
203
4% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Age of First Dental Visit
Index
17%
A year old or younger
144
12% 25%
2 years old
108
23% 24%
3 years old
93
25% 12%
4 years old
70
17% 23%
5 years or older
100
23% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Reasons Child Has Not Visited a Dentist
Index
23% 27%
No Insurance
85
13%
Too Expensive
62
21% 4%
Unnecessary
23
17% 2% 5%
Can't find one I like
47
2% 4%
None close to me
63 35% 31%
Child too young 0%
20% :DentalPlans Clients
114
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Age When Child Started Brushing Teeth
Index
21%
6 months or younger
155
13% 34%
1 year old
120
28% 21% 23%
2 years old
93
11%
3 years old
64
17%
4 years old
4% 8%
49
5 years old or older
4% 8%
50
0%
20% :DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Child’s Flossing Frequency
Index
20%
Never
86
23% 35%
Daily
93
38% 10%
Weekly
73
14%
35%
Occasionally
139
25% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Teens Brush without Being Told
Index
51%
87
Yes
59%
0%
20%
40% :DentalPlans Clients
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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How Kids are “Encouraged” to Brush Teeth
Index
50%
Model Good Behavior
90
56% 19% 19%
Nag
100
5%
Use a timer
51
11% 21%
Fun Toothbrush
73
28%
4%
Rewards
27
14% 1% 3%
Punishment 0%
34 20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Children Needing Braces
Index
22%
90
Yes
24%
0%
20%
40%
60%
:DentalPlans Clients
38
80%
100%
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Index Findings: Healthcare Coverage
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Currently Have Health Insurance
Index
90%
103
Yes
87%
0%
20%
40% :DentalPlans Clients
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Index
How do you currently get your health insurance coverage? Employer
24%
Medicare
Spouse's employer
Medicaid
Other
48 52%
215
15%
7%
45 11%
2%
20 9%
Purchased on my own
Healthcare exchange
41%
19%
193
18%
7% 8% 6%
111 186
11%
General Population
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Satisfaction with Health Insurance
Index
54%
Very Satisfied
125
43% 28%
Somewhat Satisfied
76
37% 12%
Neutral
78
15% 4%
Somewhat Dissatisfied
129
3% 2%
Very Dissatisfied
113
2% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Attitudes About Obamacare Obamacare has made my healthcare more affordable
Index
12%
47
25% 36%
Obamacare has made my healthcare more costly
115
31%
Obamacare hasn't had any impact on my healthcare costs
32%
105
30% 21%
Don’t know
148
14% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Health Insurance Costs Relative to Last Year
Index
46%
Costs more
108
42% 10%
Costs less
127
8% 38%
Costs the same
90
42% 6%
Not sure
83
8% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Health Insurance Coverage Relative to Last Year
Index
9%
More comprehensive
60
15% 15%
Less comprehensive
103
15% 71%
About the same
112
63% 5%
Not sure
71
8% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Index Findings: Dental Coverage
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Currently Have Dental Insurance
Index
36%
59
Yes
62%
0%
20%
40% :DentalPlans Clients
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Index
How do you currently get your dental insurance coverage? Employer
Medicare
Spouse's employer
Medicaid
3%
Other
18
7%
47 21%
3%
13 9%
1%
10 11%
Purchased on my own
Healthcare exchange
49%
9%
696
77%
4% 2%
40
5% 8% General Population
183 :DentalPlan Clients
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Satisfaction with Dental Insurance
Index
28%
Very Satisfied
79
35% 35%
Somewhat Satisfied
98
36% 23%
Neutral
111
20% 9%
Somewhat Dissatisfied
165
5% 5%
Very Dissatisfied
172
3% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Preferred Dentist Covered under Dental Insurance
Index
82%
107
Yes
77%
0%
20%
40% :DentalPlans Clients
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Reasons for NOT Having Dental Insurance
Index
57%
Not Affordable
97
58% 6%
Not necessary
39
15% 22%
Not offered
105
21% 16%
Other
271
6% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Search Online for Low Cost Dental Care
Index
24%
104
Yes
23%
0%
20%
40%
60%
:DentalPlans Clients
52
80%
General Population
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100%
Index Findings: Demographics
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Index
Region New England
17% 17%
99
Mountain
16% 17%
96
19% 17%
Mid-Atlantic
112
13% 16%
Midwest
81 25%
South
151
17% 10%
Pacific
60
17% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Gender
Index
44%
88
Male 50%
56%
112
Female 50%
0%
20%
40%
60%
:DentalPlans Clients
80%
General Population
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100%
Index
Age 17%
65 +
52% 15%
55-64
23%
45
11%
35-44
19%
31
19%
27
6%
25-34
18-24
147
24%
45-54
332
5% 7%
12
1% General Population
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Marital Status
Index
35%
85
Single 41%
65%
110
Married/Pa rtnered 59%
0%
20%
40%
60%
:DentalPlans Clients
80%
General Population
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100%
Presence of Children
Index
20%
48
Yes
42%
0%
20%
40%
60%
:DentalPlans Clients
58
80%
100%
General Population
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Number of Children
Index 80%
None
137
58% 10%
1
61
16% 6%
2
41
15% 2%
3
35
7% 1%
4+
36
3% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Ages of Children
Index
4% 4%
Under 12 months old
92
7%
1 to 2 years
13%
50
10%
3 to 5 years
23%
45
20%
6 to 10 years 11 to 15 years
26%
16 to 20 years
28% 24%
Over 20 years old
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
67
39%
115 43%
15% 0%
48
42%
40%
284 60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Household Income
Index
15%
Under $25K
83
19% 31%
$25K - $49K
121
25% 25%
$50K - $74K
114
22% 14%
$75K - $99K
91
16% 14%
$100K or more
79
18% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Educational Attainment
Index
15%
High School or less
79
19% 33%
Some College
100
33% 24%
Bachelor's degree
85
29% 8%
Some post Grad work
156
5% 20%
Post Grad Degree
139
15% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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Race/Ethnicity
Index 92%
White/Caucasian
150
62% 3%
Black/ African American/Bi-Racial
15 20%
2%
Hispanic
16
13% 3%
Asian/Pacific Islander/ Indian
60
5% 0%
20%
:DentalPlans Clients
40%
60%
80%
100%
General Population
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*A national study was conducted for :DentalPlans between Jan. 1 and Jan. 7, 2015 by Infosurv Research. A total of 1,200 national respondents were surveyed, yielding data with a margin of error of +/- 2.83%. An independent study of its members was conducted for :DentalPlans between Jan. 21 and Feb. 4, 2015 by Infosurv Research. A total of 9,410 national customers were surveyed, yielding data with a margin of error of +/- .99%.
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