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Dentistry Journal

Dentistry Journal is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal published monthly online by MDPI.

  • Open Access— free for readers, with article processing charges (APC) paid by authors or their institutions.
  • High Visibility: indexed within Scopus, ESCI (Web of Science), PubMed, PMC, and many other databases.
  • Journal Rank: CiteScore – Q2 (General Dentistry)
  • Rapid Publication: manuscripts are peer-reviewed and a first decision provided to authors approximately 17.5 days after submission; acceptance to publication is undertaken in 3.8 days (median values for papers published in this journal in the first half of 2026).
  • Recognition of Reviewers: reviewers who provide timely, thorough peer-review reports receive vouchers entitling them to a discount on the APC of their next publication in any MDPI journal, in appreciation of the work done.

Latest Articles

get_appsubjectOpen AccessCase ReportCompound Odontoma Removed by Endoscopic Intraoral Approach: Case Reportby Masakazu Hamada,Rena Okawa,Kyoko Nishiyama,Ryota Nomura,Narikazu Uzawa andKazuhiko NakanoDent. J.2026, 9(7), 81; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj9070081 – 07 Jul 2026Abstract A 12-year-old Japanese boy was referred to our hospital for evaluation of a radiopaque area on the left side of the mandible. Radiographic and computed tomographic examinations revealed a radiopaque lesion located on the lingual side, along with permanent tooth eruption. Several small 

► Show Figuresget_appsubjectOpen AccessArticleEffects of Extraoral Suction on Droplets and Aerosols for Infection Control Practicesby Hidenobu Senpuku,Masahiko Fukumoto,Toshikazu Uchiyama,Chieko Taguchi,Itaru Suzuki andKazumune ArikawaDent. J.2026, 9(7), 80; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj9070080 – 07 Jul 2026Abstract Dental professionals are at increased risk of being infected with airborne pathogens such as SARS-CoV-2 because they are often exposed to droplets/aerosols production during dental treatment. To scientifically clear the effects of extraoral and oral suctions on the droplets and aerosols produced by 

► Show Figuresget_appsubjectOpen AccessCase ReportThe “Pre-Finishing” Approach in Direct Anterior Restorations. A Case Seriesby Gaetano Paolone,Salvatore Scolavino,Enrico Gherlone,Gianrico Spagnuolo andGiuseppe CantatoreDent. J.2026, 9(7), 79; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj9070079 – 07 Jul 2026Abstract In esthetic restorations of anterior teeth the clinician has to manage several aspects in order to have a predictable outcome. A deep knowledge of the anatomy as well as the adhesive procedures and the optical properties of resin-based composites are mandatory to achieve .
► Show Figuresget_appsubjectOpen AccessArticleEffect of Water Storage on Hardness and Interfacial Strength of Resin Composite Luting Agents Bonded to Surface-Treated Monolithic Zirconiaby Emmanouil-George Tzanakakis,Maria Dimitriadi,Ioannis Tzoutzas,Petros Koidis,Spiros Zinelis andGeorge EliadesDent. J.2026, 9(7), 78; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj9070078 – 04 Jul 2026Abstract Background: Durable bonding between resin composite luting agents (CLA) and zirconia is still a matter of controversy. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of water storage on hardness and interfacial strength of three CLA, a non-adhesive (Multilink Automix/ML), an 


► Show Figuresget_appsubjectOpen AccessArticleThe Effect of Extra Educational Elements on the Confidence of Undergraduate Dental Students Learning to Administer Local Anaesthesiaby Mats Sjöström andMalin BrundinDent. J.2026, 9(7), 77; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj9070077 – 01 Jul 2026Abstract Local anaesthesia is taught early in the practical part of dental programs. However, dental students express uncertainty and concern before their practical training in local anaesthesia. The aim of this study was to evaluate how extra educational elements in the teaching of local


► Show Figuresget_appsubjectOpen AccessArticleInfluence of Anatomical Parameters on the Dimensions of the Subantral Space and Sinus Mucosa Thickening after Sinus Floor Elevation. A Retrospective Cone Beam Computed Tomography Studyby Yuki Omori,Yasushi Nakajima,Hideki Imai,Daichi Yonezawa,Mauro Ferri,Karol Alí Apaza Alccayhuaman andDaniele BotticelliDent. J.2026, 9(7), 76; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj9070076 – 24 Jun 2026Abstract Background: Various anatomical parameters might influence the surgical approach for maxillary sinus floor elevation. The objective of the present study was to retrospectively evaluate the influence of anatomical parameters on the dimensions of the subantral space and of the sinus mucosa thickening after 


► Show Figuresget_appsubjectOpen AccessArticleA Comparison of Full Arch Trueness and Precision of Nine Intra-Oral Digital Scanners and Four Lab Digital Scannersby Adam B. NultyDent. J.2026, 9(7), 75; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj9070075 – 23 Jun 2026Abstract 

(1) Background: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the full arch scan accuracy (precision and trueness) of nine digital intra-oral scanners and four lab scanners. Previous studies have compared the accuracy of some intra-oral scanners, but as this is a field 


► Show Figuresget_appsubjectOpen AccessArticleAutofluorescence Detection Method for Dental Plaque Bacteria Detection and Classification: Example of Porphyromonas gingivalis, Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans, and Streptococcus mutansby Yung-Jhe Yan,Bo-Wen Wang,Chih-Man Yang,Ching-Yi Wu andMang Ou-YangDent. J.2026, 9(7), 74; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj9070074 – 22 Jun 2026Abstract The use of fluorescence spectroscopy for plaque detection is a fast and effective way to monitor oral health. At present, there is no uniform specification for the design of the excitation light source of related products for generating fluorescence. To carry out experiments 


► Show Figuresget_appsubjectOpen AccessArticleMolecular Screening and Analysis Reveal Novel Oral Site-Specific Locations for the Cariogenic Pathogen Scardovia wiggsiaeby Steven McDaniel,Jaydene McDaniel,Katherine M. Howard andKarl KingsleyDent. J.2026, 9(6), 73; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj9060073 – 17 Jun 2026Abstract Introduction: Scardovia wiggsiae (SW) is a newly identified cariogenic pathogen associated with severe early childhood caries and oral disease. New studies have confirmed the presence of this organism among clinical samples from both pediatric and adult patients. However, the recent discovery of this, Read more

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