BRITISH DENTAL JOURNAL
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Dental Professionals Through Insightful Scholarship.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Clinical Research and Innovations:
The BDJ emphasizes clinical research that informs practice, focusing on innovations in dental procedures, materials, and technologies to improve patient outcomes. - Public Health and Policy:
Research addressing oral health disparities, public health initiatives, and policy implications in dentistry are core areas of focus, reflecting the journal's commitment to enhancing community health. - Education and Professional Development:
The journal regularly publishes articles on dental education, training methodologies, and continuing professional development, aiming to elevate standards in dental education. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The BDJ promotes interdisciplinary research that bridges dentistry with other health disciplines, exploring collaborations that enhance patient care and health outcomes. - Sustainability and Environmental Impact:
An increasing emphasis is placed on sustainable practices within dentistry, addressing environmental concerns related to dental materials and waste management. - Patient-Centered Care:
Research focusing on patient experiences, consent processes, and the psychological aspects of dental treatment reflects the journal's commitment to patient-centered care.
Trending and Emerging
- Artificial Intelligence and Digital Dentistry:
The integration of AI technologies in diagnostic and treatment planning processes is trending, highlighting a shift towards data-driven decision-making in dental practice. - Telehealth and Remote Care:
The rise of telehealth services in dentistry has gained significant attention, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic, as practitioners seek to enhance accessibility and patient engagement. - Preventive and Minimally Invasive Dentistry:
There is a growing focus on preventive care and minimally invasive techniques, emphasizing early intervention and patient education to maintain oral health. - Mental Health and Wellbeing:
An increasing number of articles address the mental health challenges faced by dental professionals and patients, highlighting the importance of psychological aspects in dental care. - Sustainability and Green Dentistry:
Research on sustainable practices and the environmental impact of dental materials and waste management is gaining momentum, reflecting a broader societal emphasis on sustainability.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Dental Materials:
There has been a noticeable decline in articles focused on traditional dental materials like amalgam, as newer materials and techniques gain prominence in dental practices. - Conventional Orthodontics:
Research centered on conventional orthodontic techniques is becoming less frequent, with a shift towards discussions around aligners and digital orthodontic solutions. - Historical Perspectives:
While historical analyses of dental practices and figures have been a staple in the past, such topics are appearing less frequently, indicating a possible waning interest. - Invasive Surgical Techniques:
The journal is seeing less emphasis on invasive surgical methods as minimally invasive techniques and patient-centered approaches become more favored in clinical practice. - Single-Specialty Focus:
There is a trend away from articles that focus solely on single specialties, as interdisciplinary approaches and collaborative care models gain traction.
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