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Comparison of the score of Anxiety by dental characteristics.
| Variables | No (%) | Mean ± sd | p-Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental history | No history of dental visit | 19 (9.2) | 17.05 ± 8.44 | 0.57 |
| Irregular dental checkup | 116 (56.3) | 15.19 ± 5.4 | ||
| Regular dental checkup | 71 (34.5) | 15.49 ± 4.32 | ||
| Oral hygiene | Good | 89 (43.2) | 15.3 ± 4.7 | |
| Moderate | 99 (48.1) | 15.55 ± 5.73 | 0.999 | |
| Poor | 18 (8.7) | 15.94 ± 7.12 | ||
| Bad dental experience | Yes | 43 (21.0) | 16.95 ± 6.97 | 0.11 |
| No | 163 (79.0) | 15.08 ± 4.87 | ||
