Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry

Print ISSN: 1053-4628 | Online ISSN: 1557-5268

The purpose of Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry (JOCPD) is to provide clinically relevant information to enable the practicing dentist to have access to the state of the art in pediatric dentistry. From prevention, to information, to the management of different problems encountered in children's related medical and dental problems, this peer-reviewed journal keeps you abreast of the latest news and developments related to pediatric dentistry.


Articles

Open Access

Machine assisted instrumentation for preparation of primary teeth: an umbrella review

Ana Moura Teles,Pedro C. Lopes,Nélio Veiga,Mariana D’Andrea,Patrícia Correia,Anna C. Mello-Moura

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2025.044

Abstract ( 656 ) PDF (956.74 kB) ( 158 ) Full Text

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Effect of two remineralization agents on mild and moderate Molar Incisor Hypomineralization defects in Mexican schoolchildren: a double-blind randomized controlled clinical trial

Alvaro García Pérez,Jacqueline Adelina Rodríguez Chávez,Hugo Marcelo Flores Ruiz,Teresa Villanueva Gutiérrez,Karen Angelina Mora Navarrete

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2025.048

Abstract ( 743 ) PDF (517.22 kB) ( 177 ) Full Text

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``Ser Criança''—an oral health literacy program for vulnerable children and families

Nélio Veiga,Beatriz Dias,Mário Oliveira,Patrícia Correia,Patrícia Couto,Pedro C. Lopes,Maria José Correia,Ana Sofia Duarte,Anna C. Mello-Moura

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2025.049

Abstract ( 612 ) PDF (1.76 MB) ( 133 ) Full Text

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Efficacy of manual, musical and electric toothbrushes in plaque removal in children—a randomized clinical trial

Alzarea K. Bader,Rakhi Issrani,Ahmed Shawkat Hashem,Shahad Mohammed Mlih Alruwaili,Shaliputra Magar,Namdeo Prabhu

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2025.050

Abstract ( 877 ) PDF (621.65 kB) ( 163 ) Full Text

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The effect of cessation of community water fluoridation on dental caries among children aged 5–6: a cross-sectional study

Aspir Cohen Liel,Chackartchi Tali,Findler Mordechai,Haim Doron,Mann Jonathan,Tobias Guy

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2025.051

Abstract ( 651 ) PDF (2.08 MB) ( 151 ) Full Text

Open Access Special Issue

Assessment of growth & development, dental caries, and dental development in children with congenital heart disease

Fatma Saraç,Sera Şimşek Derelioğlu

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2025.056

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Behavior Management in Pediatric Dentistry)

Abstract ( 634 ) PDF (322.57 kB) ( 184 ) Full Text

Open Access

Upper airway dimensions with different skeletal malocclusions? A cross-sectional study in Vietnamese children

Lam Nguyen Le,Trinh Thi Ngoc Nguyen,Loc Truong Tan,Tranh Thi Huyen Trinh,Phung Thi Thanh Nguyen,Khanh Vu Phuong Le

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2025.062

Abstract ( 580 ) PDF (3.56 MB) ( 154 ) Full Text

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Case report: dental care approaches for a pediatric patient with Joubert syndrome

Rana A.S. Alamoudi,Jawan Shaker,Raghad Alsalim,Rahaf Bakheet

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2025.066

Abstract ( 597 ) PDF (2.37 MB) ( 158 ) Full Text

Published Ahead of Print

Open Access

Assessing the effect of virtual reality gamification on anxiety and pain management during extraction of MIH-affected lower first permanent molars in pediatric patients

Rasa Mladenovic,Mirko Mikic,Zoran Arsic,Ivana Stosovic Kalezic,Filip Djordjevic

Online publish date: 25 November 2024

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2024.146

Abstract ( 2110 ) PDF (1,021.14 kB) ( 338 ) Full Text

Special Issues

Special issue title:

Pulp Therapy in Pediatric Dentistry

Keywords: Biomaterials; Children; Dental Caries; Dental Pulp Diseases; Endodontics; Pulp therapy; Regenerative Dentistry

Editor: Dr. Galvin Sim Siang Lin, DDS, MScD, MMedEd, MBA, PhD, FDTFEd,Dr. Fadzlinda Baharin, DDS, MSc[PaedDent]

Submission deadline: 30 April 2026

Special issue title:

Caries Epidemiology in Children and Adolescents

Keywords: Caries; Epidemiology; Caries risk factors; Social determinants; Recent advances in dental caries diagnosis; Caries management; Caries prevention; Oral remineralization products; Acute complications; Randomized controlled trial; Caries treatment, Minimal-invasive dentistry

Editor: Dr. Carlo Eduardo Medina Solís, DDS. OSurg. MSc. PhD. DPH

Submission deadline: 30 April 2025

Special issue title:

New technologies and materials in clinical pediatric dentistry

Keywords: Technology; Material; Artificial Intelligence; Deep Learning; Restoration; Children; Pediatric Dentistry

Editor: Dr. Hong-Keun Hyun, DDS, MSD, PhD

Submission deadline: 31 January 2024

Special issue title:

Behavior Management in Pediatric Dentistry

Keywords: Behavior Guidance; Behavior Management; Children; Dental Anxiety; Pediatric Dentistry

Editor: Dr. Burak Buldur, DDS, PhD

Submission deadline: 17 February 2024

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Editor-in-Chief


Prof. Andrea Scribante, DDS, PostGrad(Orthod), PhD, MHA, MSc

Prof. Andrea Scribante currently works as an Associate Professor at School of Dentistry, at School of Dental Hygiene and at the Postgraduate Program in Orthodontics (University of Pavia, Italy). He is Clinical Resident of the Unit of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Section of Dentistry, Department of Clinical, Surgical, Diagnostic and Paediatric Sciences, University of Pavia. He actively participates in academic publication, and has signed over 130 publications on Scopus/PubMed indexed international Journals. He is also the Editorial Committee/Editorial Board Member of many international journals, and a Top peer reviewer in Publons.