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

The role of salivary proteins in early childhood caries: a scoping review

Nor Syazwani Muhammad Zahidan,Siti Aisyah Abd Ghafar,Rohazila Mohamad Hanafiah,Nurjehan Mohamed Ibrahim,Nurul Iman Binti Badlishah Sham

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.086

Abstract ( 211 ) PDF (632.94 kB) ( 115 ) Full Text

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Technology-enhanced chairside and remote compliance management techniques in paediatric dentistry and early orthodontic treatment

Chao Huang,Mingmei Meng,Zhenrong Yin,Yiliu Zhou,Hanyue Tan,Tian Tang,Zhihe Zhao,Peilin Li

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.087

Abstract ( 198 ) PDF (1.62 MB) ( 118 ) Full Text

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Association between genetic polymorphisms and dental age variation: a systematic review

Livia Azeredo Alves Antunes,Ellen Cardoso Teixeira,Luiz Maurício Nogueira Nunes,Allan Abuabara,Camila Guimarães da Costa Campos,Cristiano Miranda de Araujo,Erika Calvano Küchler,Leonardo Santos Antunes,Flares Baratto-Filho

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.088

Abstract ( 207 ) PDF (810.72 kB) ( 109 ) Full Text

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Outcome of vital pulp therapy with treatment based on various medicaments: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Aliya Ehsan,Osama Khattak,Yazan Eid Muteb Almohammed,Abdulelah Waheed Noman Alanazi,Abdullah Ahmed Shaya Al Khuzam,Shahad khalif Gwit Alruwaili,Sufyan Mohammed Mukhlef Almaqawid,Fawaz Talal Alanazi,Shouq Eid Alanazi,Rayan Hamad Qubayl Alruwaili,Zeyad Mohammed M Alenezi,Fahad Salah F Alnusayri,Yousef Radhi Aldhafeeri

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.089

Abstract ( 219 ) PDF (1.17 MB) ( 147 ) Full Text

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Comparative evaluation of biomaterial-based and fluoride toothpastes for enamel remineralization: a PRISMA-compliant systematic review

Wei-Chung Hsueh,Po-Kai Huang,Anika Renee Toothman,Rebecca May Wilkinson,Pei-Jung Wu,Deepak Mehta,Venkata Suresh Venkataiah,Salvatore Sauro

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.090

Abstract ( 237 ) PDF (652.58 kB) ( 125 ) Full Text

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Elimination of E. faecalis from primary root canals using a non-instrumentation technique and rotary systems: an ex-vivo study

Merve Ozdemir,Aysenur Oncu,Betül Aydın,Ecem Ozgur,Akif Demirel,Berkan Celikten

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.029

Abstract ( 2272 ) PDF (6.17 MB) ( 309 ) Full Text

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Assessment of personality traits among pediatric dentists in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional analytical study

Prabhadevi C Maganur,Rawan Nasser Alamri,Aeshah Fuad Agili,Ahmed M Bokhari,Khalid Alhakami,Hammam Ahmed Bahammam,Noura Alessa,Atheer Khaled Mohammed Geesi,Suman Panda,Varsha Manoharan,Satish Vishwanathaiah

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.091

Abstract ( 197 ) PDF (338.48 kB) ( 130 ) Full Text

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Correction of posterior crossbite in deciduous dentition with clear aligners: the "Baby First Expansion'' Protocol

Francesca Poli,Francesca Silvestrini-Biavati,Enrica Sardi,Vittoria Vanagolli,Valentina Lanteri,Alessandro Ugolini

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.105

Abstract ( 228 ) PDF (2.55 MB) ( 147 ) Full Text

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Use of CBCT cinematic rendering to evaluate the healing of an oblique root fracture with conservative management. A case report and literature review

Alvaro Cruz,Mario Uribe,Gerardo Gascón,Karla Sofia Aceves-López,Lucas RA Estrela,Mike R Bueno,Carlos Estrela

DOI: 10.22514/jocpd.2026.106

Abstract ( 224 ) PDF (7.05 MB) ( 145 ) 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.