TABLE 2. Multiple logistic regression analysis with high caries level at baseline (HCLB) as dependent variable.
Variable | HCLB (dmfs+DMFS ≥ 6) | OR* | 95%CI** | p value | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
n | % | ||||
Number of white spot lesions | |||||
0 | 44 | 23.66 | 1.00 | ||
> 0 | 12 | 60.00 | 5.25 | 1.59-17.29 | 0.0016 |
Dental fluorosis | |||||
No | 51 | 32.08 | 1.00 | ||
Yes | 5 | 10.64 | 0.17 | 0.06-0.52 | 0.0022 |
Daily toothbrushing frequency | |||||
≤ twice a day | 32 | 38.10 | 1.00 | ||
> twice a day | 24 | 20.17 | 0.37 | 0.17-0.78 | 0.0019 |
OR = odds ratio.
95%CI = 95% confidence interval