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Untreated dental caries prevalence in U.S. adults by age and ethnicity 2011-2012

Prevalence of untreated dental caries among adults in the U.S. by age and ethnicity in 2011-2012

The data shows the prevalence of untreated dental caries among adults in the U.S. in 2011-2012 based on age and ethnicity. During this time, 42% of non-Hispanic black adults reported untreated dental caries. In general, oral health-related quality of life tends to decline among older adults due to tooth loss and decay.

Total	26.6
Age 20-34	27.3
Age 35-49	27
Age 50-64	25.5
Non-Hispanic white	22
Non-Hispanic black	42
Hispanic	35.7
Non-Hispanic Asian	17.1

Untreated dental caries prevalence in U.S. adults by age and ethnicity 2011-2012

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