Indicator Gauge Icon Legend
Legend Colors
Red is bad, green is good, blue is not statistically different/neutral.
Compared to Distribution
the value is in the best half of communities.
the value is in the 2nd worst quarter of communities.
the value is in the worst quarter of communities.
Compared to Target
meets target; 
does not meet target.
Compared to a Single Value
lower than the comparison value;
higher than the comparison value;
not statistically different from comparison value.
Trend
non-significant change over time; 
significant change over time; 
no change over time.
Compared to Prior Value
higher than the previous measurement period;
lower than the previous measurement period;
no statistically different change from previous measurement period.
Significantly better than the overall value
Significantly worse than the overall value
No significant difference with the overall value
No data on significance available
Visited a Dentist for Routine Checkup (Youth)
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Measurement Period: 2022
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This indicator shows the percentage of parents with children aged 1 to 17 who reported their child visiting a dentist for a routine check-up within the past 12 months.
Why is this important?
Oral health has been shown to impact overall health and well-being. In children, this can have serious consequences on development and ability to learn. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tooth decay is the most common chronic, infectious disease in American children. It is recommended that adults and children see a dentist on a regular basis. Professional dental care helps to maintain the overall health of the teeth and mouth, and provides for early detection of pre-cancerous or cancerous lesions.
| Region | Source | Measurement Period | Percent | |
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Data Source
- San Mateo County Health and Quality of Life Survey
Maintained By: San Mateo County
Filed under: Health / Oral Health, Clinical Care, Adults, LGBTQ, Men, Women, Parents or Caregivers