Table 1:
A total of 80 participants compare GI and plaque scores at baseline, after 1 week, and 4 weeks postusage between GumChucks floss (group I) and SF (group II). Statistical significance was assessed using unpaired t-tests in treatment groups
| Group | No | Mean | Standard deviation | Mean difference | p-value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baseline GI | GumChucks (group I) SF (group II) |
40 40 |
1.33 1.52 |
0.77 0.73 |
0.43 | 0.51 |
| Baseline PI | GumChucks (group I) SF (group II) |
40 40 |
1.19 1.36 |
0.64 0.77 |
1.01 | 0.31 |
| 1 week GI | GumChucks (group I) SF (group II) |
40 40 |
1.03 1.45 |
0.60 0.68 |
0.19 | 0.05 |
| 1 week PI | GumChucks (group I) SF (group II) |
40 40 |
0.97 1.32 |
0.53 0.71 |
0.60 | 0.01 |
| 4 weeks GI | GumChucks (group I) SF (group II) |
40 40 |
1.12 1.52 |
0.60 0.69 |
0.42 | 0.02 |
| 4 weeks PI | GumChucks (group I) SF (group II) |
40 40 |
1.10 1.36 |
0.54 0.72 |
0.89 | 0.01 |