Table 5 Multivariate logistic regression analysis for obtaining the independent determinants of crossbite
Variables included in the model | Odds ratio (OR) | 95% CI for odds ratio | Pvalue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Age | <6 years | 1.0 | -- | -- |
6 years | 1.3 | 0.4 to 1.8 | 0.213 (non-significant) | |
Sex | Male | 1.0 | -- | -- |
Female | 1.2 | 0.3 to 1.5 | 0.116 (non-significant) | |
Breastfeeding duration | ≥6 months | 1.0 | -- | -- |
<6 months | 4.3 | 2.4 to 6.5 | 0.001 (significant) | |
Non-nutritive sucking habit | No | 1.0 | -- | -- |
Yes | 1.4 | 0.6 to 1.9 | 0.108 (non-significant) | |