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Area of Science:

  • Oral physiology
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • Masticatory performance is crucial for nutrient intake and overall health.
  • Previous research has not conclusively determined gender differences in chewing efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate potential gender-based disparities in masticatory performance among dentate adults.
  • To compare glucose extraction and occlusal force between males and females.

Main Methods:

  • Thirty males and thirty females chewed gummy jelly for 10, 15, and 20 seconds.
  • Glucose extraction was measured to assess masticatory performance.
  • Maximum occlusal force was measured to evaluate chewing strength.

Main Results:

  • Glucose extraction increased significantly with chewing duration in both genders.
  • Males demonstrated significantly higher glucose extraction than females across all chewing times.
  • Males also exhibited significantly greater maximum occlusal force.

Conclusions:

  • Gender significantly influences masticatory performance in dentate adults.
  • Males possess greater masticatory efficiency and occlusal force compared to females.
  • These findings underscore the need to account for gender in the analysis of chewing function.