<![CDATA[Introduction: Stunting remains a persistent challenge in Indonesia, a nation that ranks second among Southeast Asian countries with the highest stunting rates. This condition is further compounded by the prevalence of dental and oral health issues, which can exacerbate malnutrition, particularly among individuals with stunting. Aims: The objective of this study was to analyze the published literature related to the relationship between dental and oral health and the incidence of dental caries in stunted children.Method: Articles were obtained from PubMed and ScienceDirect databases.Searches for scientific articles published in the last 10 years were conducted using the PRISMA guidelines, filtered by inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: The search results yielded five articles discussing the relationship between stunting and dental and oral health in toddlers. Conclusion: This study indicates a correlation between dental and oral health parameters and the nutritional status of children suffering from stunting. The observed changes in saliva parameters, including decreased flow rate and increased pH, have been implicated as potential risk factors for dental caries and other oral health complications. These alterations in saliva composition may consequently affect the bioavailability of nutrients entering the body, thereby impacting overall health and development]]>
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