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Demographics and baseline characteristics of the participants
| Control (n = 17) | DS (n = 15) | |
|---|---|---|
| Age (mean ± SD) | 66.2 ± 9.7 | 63.2 ± 8.83 |
| Gender | ||
| Male | 3 (17.6%) | 6 (40%) |
| Female | 14 (82.4%) | 9 (60%) |
| Race | ||
| Caucasian | 11 (64.7%) | 9 (60%) |
| African American | 6 (35.3%) | 3 (20%) |
| Asian | 3 (20%) | |
| Kapur Index of max. Denture (mean ± SD) | 3.56 ± 1.46 | 3.00 ± 1.57 |
