Self-reported oral health behaviours and clinical outcomes among young to middle-aged adults in England.

Researchers examined whether toothbrushing frequency and dental visit patterns were linked to tooth decay, tooth loss, and gum disease in young to middle-aged English adults across 1998 and 2009, finding that frequent brushing and regular dental attendance were associated with better clinical outcomes in 2009.

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