Influence of digital behavior and sleep quality on periodontal status in adolescents: a cross-sectional study

The findings suggest that poor sleep quality and IA may be associated with poorer periodontal health in adolescents. These results emphasize the importance of considering behavioral factors such as digital media exposure and sleep patterns in the clinical assessment and prevention of periodontal diseases during adolescence. However, due to the cross-sectional design of the study, no causal inference can be made. Future longitudinal studies are needed to validate these associations and improve clinical relevance.