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Relationship between HSPM severity, caries and oral hygiene
| Variables | Mild HSPM n = 13 n (%) | Moderate HSPM n = 2 n (%) | Severe HSPM n = 12 n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caries status | |||
| Caries present | 2(15.4) | 1(50.0) | 12(100.0) |
| Caries absent | 11(84.6) | 1(50.0) | - |
| Oral hygiene status | |||
| Good oral hygiene | 5(38.5) | 1(50.0) | 3(25.0) |
| Fair oral hygiene | 5(38.5) | - | 5(41.7) |
| Poor oral hygiene | 3(22.0) | 1(50.0) | 4(33.3) |
