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Brush, Read, Bedtime: Examining Bedtime Routine of Pediatric Patients

244 - Reach Out and Read: Examining Bedtime Routine of Pediatric Patients

Saturday, May 24, 2025
10:45 AM - 11:00 AM MDT
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Abstract: Brush, Read, Bedtime: Examining Bedtime Routine of Pediatric Patients
Darwish O, Nedley M, Snook J, Ho D, Legendre L, Shah H, Dalagiannis G, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH
Purpose: This study aims to evaluate the bedtime routines of children aged 0-8 years, focusing on a comprehensive regimen that includes tooth brushing, reading, and maintaining a consistent bedtime to provide appropriate recommendations that can improve health outcomes.
Methods: This study employed a survey-based approach to gather data from parents/caregivers of children aged 0-8 years receiving care at the University of Toledo Dental Service. The survey was administered through the SurveyMonkey and Qualtrics platforms. Following data collection, responses were imported into the QuestionPro platform for comprehensive analysis.
Results: One hundred and fifty-three subjects completed the survey. Findings reveal that 83% of children brushed their teeth before bed, 67% were read to as part of their routine, 76% maintained consistent sleep schedules, 38% flossed regularly, and 27% were read to five or more days per week. Barriers to oral hygiene included child does not like brushing (23%) and child does not allow others to help with brushing (19%). The majority (89%) of caregivers indicated primary responsibility for their child’s brushing routine.
Conclusion: This study highlights the incongruity of consistent bedtime routines, particularly oral hygiene, reading and maintaining structured sleep schedules. While many families incorporate these practices, barriers such as resistance and time constraints persist. Future research should explore the combined impact of these practices on children’s health outcomes.

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