This statistic shows the frequency in which individuals in Great Britain brush their teeth on a typical day in 2017, broken down by age group. The most popular response for individuals of all age groups was twice a day. The percentage of 18 to 24 year olds who selected this option was ** percent, the highest percentage amongst the five age groups. The age group which was most likely to not brush their teeth at all was 34 to 44 years, with a figure of * percent.
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YouGov. (October 23, 2017). On a typical day how often, if ever, do you brush your teeth?* [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆÆ½â°æ. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from /statistics/778600/frequency-of-teeth-brushing-great-britain-by-age/
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On a typical day how often, if ever, do you brush your teeth?* [Graph], YouGov, October 23, 2017. [Online]. Available: /statistics/778600/frequency-of-teeth-brushing-great-britain-by-age/