Table 4 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) |