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Comparison of mean time taken for extraction
| Teeth | Group I (physics forceps group) Mean ± SD (in seconds) | Group II (conventional forceps group) Mean ± SD (in seconds) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxillary premolars | 36.26 ± 16.13 | 43.46 ± 18.92 | 0.001* |
| Mandibular premolars | 24.34 ± 9.58 | 29.30 ± 10.49 | 0.001* |
SD standard deviation
NS: P > 0.05; Not Significant; *P < 0.05; Significant
