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Self\u2010reported oral health and related information was obtained using questionnaire\u2010based interviews. Dental visiting patterns studied were usual frequency of dental visits, usual reason for dental visit, and use of a regular dentist. Oral examinations were conducted following a standardized protocol in public dental clinics. A total of 5022 dentate adults aged 15+ years who were interviewed and orally examined were included in the current analysis.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>Higher proportions of adults with lower education levels and no dental insurance usually visited for a dental problem, made dental visits less frequently, and did not use a regular dentist. Individuals who were usually visiting for a dental problem, making dental visits less frequently, and not using a regular dentist had higher levels of dental caries and periodontal diseases.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title><jats:p>Dental visiting patterns of Australian adults were associated with their socioeconomic backgrounds. Usually visiting for a dental problem, making dental visits less frequently, and not using a regular dentist were more likely to be associated with higher levels of dental caries and periodontal diseases. 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