Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry

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

Clinical consequences of premature loss of primary molars: a narrative literature review

Hibeth Félix Fernández,Katherine Jeanette Campos Campos

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.139

Abstract ( 163 ) PDF (747.71 kB) ( 121 ) Full Text

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Parental depressive symptoms as a family psychosocial marker for dental cooperation and visit-pattern difficulties in pediatric dentistry

Yoon Suh Chang,Junghan Lee,Ko Eun Lee,Je Seon Song,Hyung-Jun Choi,Jae Ho Lee,Chung-Min Kang

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.142

Abstract ( 173 ) PDF (4.62 MB) ( 147 ) Full Text

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Prevalence and clinical decision-making in pediatric ankyloglossia: the role of functional assessment

Mervenur Cerrah,Rana Deniz,Merve Mısır,Ayşegül Karahan,Mine Koruyucu

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.146

Abstract ( 190 ) PDF (908.04 kB) ( 103 ) Full Text

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Impact of simulated long-term brushing and acid exposure on the surface properties of pit-and-fissure sealants: an in vitro study

Elif Alkan,Mehmed Cüneyd Akdoğan,Ahmad Bittar,Bora Korkut,İbrahim Halil Oğrak,Veysel Ömer Erdil,Tuna Ünal Korkut,Dilek Tağtekin

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.138

Abstract ( 354 ) PDF (10.75 MB) ( 204 ) Full Text

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Prevalence of hypomineralised second primary molars among children aged 6–9 years in urban Beijing

Xingyan Zhu,Hanjun Yin,Jing Hou,Cui Lin,Duojiao Xu,Yue Lv,Guoxia Yu

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.152

Abstract ( 185 ) PDF (1.21 MB) ( 100 ) Full Text

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Impact of a child's history of traumatic dental injury on parental knowledge and attitudes toward emergency management

İsmail Cihangir,Özlem Aşkaroğlu Eren,Esra Kızılcı

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.153

Abstract ( 167 ) PDF (533.77 kB) ( 132 ) Full Text

Open Access

Evaluating the reliability and usefulness of Instagram® content related to early childhood caries: a
cross-sectional content analysis

Yelda Polat Yavuz,Hasan Said Şener,Merve Güngör,Alparslan Mustafa Çeler,Buket Ayna,Emin Caner Tümen

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.154

Abstract ( 166 ) PDF (1,004.88 kB) ( 105 ) Full Text

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Evaluation of children's age and reasons for first dental visit in Spain. A multicentre study

Clara Sandibel Garcete Delvalle,Adrián Curto,Marta Bruna del Cojo,Eva María Martínez Pérez,Cristina Gómez Polo,Leyre Simón Prado

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.158

Abstract ( 198 ) PDF (325.42 kB) ( 137 ) Full Text

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A modified serial extraction method in a patient with crowding and a congenitally missing mandibular left second premolar

Masako Tabuchi,Takuma Sato,Shunsuke Kako,Mifumi Takahashi,Takeo Sekiya,Yui Koie,Naoko Sakai,Yuichiro Asano,Rina Hoshino,Ken Miyazawa

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.159

Abstract ( 179 ) PDF (5.78 MB) ( 141 ) Full Text

Open Access

Osseous choristoma of the tongue in a pediatric patient: a case report

Tinnysha Chopra,Saravanan Nambi

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.160

Abstract ( 174 ) PDF (1.62 MB) ( 112 ) Full Text

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Candidate gene screening for non-syndromic incisive tooth agenesis: preliminary findings

Lina M Escobar,Luis Fuentes,Ana María Agelvis,Zita Bendahan,Deisy Abril,Salomón Yezioro,Jaime E Castellanos

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.163

Abstract ( 156 ) PDF (851.62 kB) ( 107 ) Full Text

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A response to the letter to the editor: ''Use of nitrous oxide sedation by pediatric dentists''

Lamis Darwish Rajab,Yusra Jamal AlNahhas

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.164

Abstract ( 190 ) PDF (244.84 kB) ( 107 ) Full Text

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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: 31 August 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.