Kurashiki Dental Clinic Launches Child Sleep Consultation Service in Partnership with Sleep Experts

Nice to meet you. I am Kana Mitsuhashi, a parent-child sleep expert and representative of the infant sleep improvement salon 'Nenne Bouquet.' Starting June 2026, we will partner with 'Meguri Dental Clinic' in Nakasho, Kurashiki, to open a 'Sleep Outpatient Clinic' for sleep consultations. With the philosophy of 'supporting mental and physical health,' the clinic, which also offers pediatric and orthodontic dentistry, will establish a system to consult on children's sleep, helping families with their parenting concerns. In recent years, it has become clear that one in four or five children suffers from some form of sleep disorder, such as sleep deprivation, difficulty waking up due to nocturnal lifestyles, daytime sleepiness, obstructive sleep apnea, or parasomnias. Sleep deprivation and disorders in children can increase the risk of obesity, lifestyle-related diseases, and depression. Furthermore, many people are unaware that children's sleep is related not only to the environment but also to jaw development and oral function. Those wishing to consult can have an online interview with a sleep expert after a doctor's examination to discuss sleep habits and bedtime routines. We believe that being able to consult on children's sleep at a trusted local dental clinic lowers the psychological barrier for parents, providing an opportunity to seek help rather than worrying alone.