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
Craniofacial phenotyping of pediatric sleep-disordered breathing: orthodontic management, timing, and treatment approaches
Craniofacial phenotyping of pediatric sleep-disordered breathing: orthodontic management, timing, and treatment approaches
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.001
Recent research progress on antibacterial modifications of conventional glass ionomer cement for dental restorations: a narrative review
Recent research progress on antibacterial modifications of conventional glass ionomer cement for dental restorations: a narrative review
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.002
Outcomes of silver-modified atraumatic restorative technique (SMART) in carious primary teeth: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised clinical studies
Outcomes of silver-modified atraumatic restorative technique (SMART) in carious primary teeth: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised clinical studies
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.005
The antimicrobial effect and pain control of ozonized gel versus gaseous ozone in the management of primary molars caries: randomized clinical trial with in vivo microbiological evaluation
The antimicrobial effect and pain control of ozonized gel versus gaseous ozone in the management of primary molars caries: randomized clinical trial with in vivo microbiological evaluation
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.006
Postoperative adverse reactions in dental treatment under general anesthesia: a comparative analysis between preschool and school-age children in China
Postoperative adverse reactions in dental treatment under general anesthesia: a comparative analysis between preschool and school-age children in China
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.007
Parental knowledge and attitudes regarding emergency management of traumatic dental injuries and associated factors among a Chinese sample: a cross-sectional study
Parental knowledge and attitudes regarding emergency management of traumatic dental injuries and associated factors among a Chinese sample: a cross-sectional study
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.009
Machining accuracy of pediatric partial dentures using computer-aided design-computer aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) system
Machining accuracy of pediatric partial dentures using computer-aided design-computer aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) system
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.010
Automated processing of intraoral clinical photographs using deep learning techniques
Automated processing of intraoral clinical photographs using deep learning techniques
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.011
Nasopharyngeal lymphoid tissue, breathing pattern, and articulation disorders in children with unilateral posterior crossbite: controlled clinical trial
Nasopharyngeal lymphoid tissue, breathing pattern, and articulation disorders in children with unilateral posterior crossbite: controlled clinical trial
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.013
Bridging the information gap in pediatric dentistry: a comparison of ChatGPT-4o, Google Gemini Advanced, and expert responses based on evaluations by parents and pediatric dentists
Bridging the information gap in pediatric dentistry: a comparison of ChatGPT-4o, Google Gemini Advanced, and expert responses based on evaluations by parents and pediatric dentists
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.014
Reliability and quality of YouTube™ videos about molar incisor hypomineralization
Reliability and quality of YouTube™ videos about molar incisor hypomineralization
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.017
In vitro evaluation of the bactericidal effect of human breast milk against Streptococcus mutans at three time periods
In vitro evaluation of the bactericidal effect of human breast milk against Streptococcus mutans at three time periods
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.018
Fractal dimension analysis of mandibular trabecular bone in severely infraoccluded primary molars: a retrospective case-control study
Fractal dimension analysis of mandibular trabecular bone in severely infraoccluded primary molars: a retrospective case-control study
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.019
In vitro comparison of surface roughness and gloss of prefabricated zirconia crowns before and after simulated brushing
In vitro comparison of surface roughness and gloss of prefabricated zirconia crowns before and after simulated brushing
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.020
Influence of the consumption of sugary drinks and sleep duration on the association of Internet use and dental caries among 12–19 years old adolescents in Xiamen city, China
Influence of the consumption of sugary drinks and sleep duration on the association of Internet use and dental caries among 12–19 years old adolescents in Xiamen city, China
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.021
Retrospective evaluation of upper mesiodentes by using 3D cone beam computed tomography scans: a cross-sectional study
Retrospective evaluation of upper mesiodentes by using 3D cone beam computed tomography scans: a cross-sectional study
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2025.093
Spectrophotometric evaluation of tooth discoloration caused by ProRoot® MTA, Biodentine™, and NeoPutty® in regenerative endodontics: an in vitro study
Spectrophotometric evaluation of tooth discoloration caused by ProRoot® MTA, Biodentine™, and NeoPutty® in regenerative endodontics: an in vitro study
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.022
Visual novel game as a new breakthrough in dental health education media for stunted children in Indonesia
Visual novel game as a new breakthrough in dental health education media for stunted children in Indonesia
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.023
Association of snoring with malocclusion in primary dentition: a cross sectional comparative study
Association of snoring with malocclusion in primary dentition: a cross sectional comparative study
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.024
Investigation of incidental findings in CBCT images of pediatric patients: a retrospective study
Investigation of incidental findings in CBCT images of pediatric patients: a retrospective study
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2025.120
A case of orthodontic treatment with early tooth extraction and a functional orthodontic appliance in a patient with familial Mediterranean fever
A case of orthodontic treatment with early tooth extraction and a functional orthodontic appliance in a patient with familial Mediterranean fever
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.025
Clinical options for incisors replacement in children with dental trauma: a case report
Clinical options for incisors replacement in children with dental trauma: a case report
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.026
Current perspectives on management approaches for molar incisor hypomineralization: preliminary findings from the National Dental Practice-Based Research Network
Current perspectives on management approaches for molar incisor hypomineralization: preliminary findings from the National Dental Practice-Based Research Network
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.027
Published Ahead of Print
The effectiveness of a needle-free system in reducing injection pain during palatal infiltrative anesthesia in children: a randomized clinical study
The effectiveness of a needle-free system in reducing injection pain during palatal infiltrative anesthesia in children: a randomized clinical study
Online publish date: 23 September 2025
DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2025.119
Special Issues
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
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
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
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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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.