Abstract

MAZZETTO, Marcelo Oliveira et al. Masticatory efficiency: analysis of correlation between two tests. RGO, Rev. gaúch. odontol. (Online) [online]. 2010, vol.58, n.3, pp. 319-322. ISSN 1981-8637.

OBJECTIVES: The objectives of this study were to administer two masticatory efficiency tests, verify if there is a correlation between them, and verify if the capsule method can be used since its procedures are simpler and proven to be as precise as the sieving method. METHODS: Masticatory efficiency tests using the sieving system and colorimetric capsules were administered to a group of 17 individuals (6 males and 11 females) aged 18 to 30 years with all their natural teeth. The Pearson's test was used to analyze the data obtained from the two tests. RESULTS: The statistical results showed that there is a correlation between the two methods. CONCLUSION: Both methods can be used and choosing between them depends on the researcher's preference and/or the equipment available.

Keywords : efficiency; mastication; statistical methods and procedures.