Sleep Pattern and the Incidence of Early Childhood Caries: Systematic Review

Background: The relationship between sleep patterns and early childhood caries (ECC) has been variably explored, with emerging evidence suggesting significant interconnections. This systematic review aimed to synthesize existing research findings on the influence of sleep hygiene on ECC incidence, f...

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Main Author: Nishath Sayed Abdul
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Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2024-12-01
Series:Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences
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Online Access:https://journals.lww.com/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_680_24
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description Background: The relationship between sleep patterns and early childhood caries (ECC) has been variably explored, with emerging evidence suggesting significant interconnections. This systematic review aimed to synthesize existing research findings on the influence of sleep hygiene on ECC incidence, focusing on how variations in sleep quality and routines impact dental health in children. Methods: The review adhered to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses criteria to ensure rigor and transparency. A comprehensive literature search was conducted across various databases. Results: The collective analysis revealed a consistent linkage between poor sleep quality or irregular sleep patterns and higher ECC incidence. Common findings across the reviewed studies included the negative impact of late sleep onset and the beneficial effects of structured bedtime routines on ECC risk. While all studies agreed on the general influence of sleep quality on dental health, differences were noted in the emphasis on specific sleep disturbances, parental roles, and broader developmental outcomes linked to sleep hygiene. Conclusion: Sleep hygiene plays a critical role in the incidence of ECC, with both general sleep patterns and specific nighttime routines contributing to dental health outcomes. The findings suggest that interventions aimed at improving sleep hygiene could be beneficial in ECC prevention.
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spelling doaj-art-5d7a4e3668b3459b975faee24035ec7c2025-08-20T02:36:41ZengWolters Kluwer Medknow PublicationsJournal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences0976-48790975-74062024-12-0116Suppl 4S3064S306710.4103/jpbs.jpbs_680_24Sleep Pattern and the Incidence of Early Childhood Caries: Systematic ReviewNishath Sayed AbdulBackground: The relationship between sleep patterns and early childhood caries (ECC) has been variably explored, with emerging evidence suggesting significant interconnections. This systematic review aimed to synthesize existing research findings on the influence of sleep hygiene on ECC incidence, focusing on how variations in sleep quality and routines impact dental health in children. Methods: The review adhered to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses criteria to ensure rigor and transparency. A comprehensive literature search was conducted across various databases. Results: The collective analysis revealed a consistent linkage between poor sleep quality or irregular sleep patterns and higher ECC incidence. Common findings across the reviewed studies included the negative impact of late sleep onset and the beneficial effects of structured bedtime routines on ECC risk. While all studies agreed on the general influence of sleep quality on dental health, differences were noted in the emphasis on specific sleep disturbances, parental roles, and broader developmental outcomes linked to sleep hygiene. Conclusion: Sleep hygiene plays a critical role in the incidence of ECC, with both general sleep patterns and specific nighttime routines contributing to dental health outcomes. The findings suggest that interventions aimed at improving sleep hygiene could be beneficial in ECC prevention.https://journals.lww.com/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_680_24dental healthearly childhood carieseccsleep hygienesleep patterns
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Sleep Pattern and the Incidence of Early Childhood Caries: Systematic Review
Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences
dental health
early childhood caries
ecc
sleep hygiene
sleep patterns
title Sleep Pattern and the Incidence of Early Childhood Caries: Systematic Review
title_full Sleep Pattern and the Incidence of Early Childhood Caries: Systematic Review
title_fullStr Sleep Pattern and the Incidence of Early Childhood Caries: Systematic Review
title_full_unstemmed Sleep Pattern and the Incidence of Early Childhood Caries: Systematic Review
title_short Sleep Pattern and the Incidence of Early Childhood Caries: Systematic Review
title_sort sleep pattern and the incidence of early childhood caries systematic review
topic dental health
early childhood caries
ecc
sleep hygiene
sleep patterns
url https://journals.lww.com/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_680_24
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