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Table 1 Comparative debonding force values between the universal testing machine and the prototype device

From: Validation and reliability of a prototype orthodontic bracket debonding device equipped with force-sensitive resistor (FSR): a novel method of measuring orthodontic bracket debonding force in vivo

Variables

Mean ± standard deviation

T statistics

p value

Universal testing machine (n = 30)

Prototype device (n = 30)

Debonding force (N)

10.43 ± 2.71

9.36 ± 1.65

1.837

0.072

  1. n, number of samples; N, newton units of force
  2. p < 0.05
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