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Contact Area and Pressure Compared to Group C. mm^2 = area in squared millimeters. Mpa = megapascal. Standard deviation in parentheses. Significance set at p < 0.05. A–Trans-Osseous Equivalent #1. B–Trans-Osseous Equivalent #2. C–Double Row Equivalent.
| Group | Number of Specimens | Contact Area, mm^2 | p-value | Contact Pressure, Mpa | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 3 | 13 (7) | 0.7 | 0.15 (0.03) | 0.7 |
| B | 3 | 30 (7) | 0.12 | 0.13 (0.02) | 0.32 |
| C (Comparison Group) | 3 | 15 (3) | NA | 0.19 (0.02) | NA |
