Table 3.
Binary logistic regression models of association between free sugar intake and dental caries experience among adolescents (DMFT = 0 as the reference).
| Variables | Crude OR (95% CI) | Adjusted OR (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
| Free sugars intake (vs. Low) | ||
| Middle (25~50 g/d) | 1.294 (0.988, 1.695) | 1.248 (0.949, 1.641) |
| High (>50 g/d) | 1.446 (1.138, 1.839) ** | 1.463 (1.146, 1.867) ** |
| Sources of Free Sugars | ||
| SSBs | 1.004 (1.001, 1.006) ** | 1.005 (1.002, 1.007) ** |
| Confections | 1.007 (1.002, 1.012) * | 1.005 (1.000, 1.010) * |
| Flavored milk/yogurt | 1.008 (1.001, 1.015) * | 1.007 (1.000, 1.014) * |
| Preserved fruits | 1.004 (0.998, 1.010) | 1.003 (0.997, 1.009) |
| Cakes or Desserts | 1.014 (1.000, 1.028) | 1.013 (0.999, 1.027) |
| Honey | 1.014 (1.001, 1.028) * | 1.015 (1.001, 1.029) * |
* p < 0.05, ** p < 0.01, *** p < 0.001. OR, odds ratio. 95% CI, 95% confidence interval. Adjusted by sex, age, BMI status, domicile place, and regular dental visiting. SSBs include sodas, vegetable protein beverages, juice or juice drinks, tea drinks, sports drinks, and bubble tea.