Table 1. Example of linguistic tags associated to Masticatory Efficiency levels.
| Linguistic tag | Masticatory Efficiency level |
|---|---|
| Totally impaired | 0% |
| Impeded | 25% |
| Limited | 50% |
| Adequate | 75% |
| Normal | 100% |
| Better than the norm | Greater than 100% |
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