Instructions for Authors

Guidance for preparing dental and oral implant manuscripts.

JDOI publishes research that advances dentistry and oral implantology across clinical, translational, and applied domains. Submissions should demonstrate clear relevance to oral health outcomes, implant rehabilitation, or dental innovation.

We welcome interdisciplinary studies when the primary contribution remains anchored in dentistry or implantology. Manuscripts should be grounded in clinical relevance, methodological rigor, and practical value for oral health care.

• Clinical effectiveness and patient-centered outcomes
• Evidence-based implant protocols and materials
• Digital dentistry and imaging innovations
• Regenerative and biomaterial research with clinical impact
• Translational studies bridging lab and clinical practice

• Use clear headings and numbered sections
• Double-space text with standard margins
• Number pages consecutively
• Use SI units and standard dental terminology
• Define abbreviations at first use

Submit the main manuscript as an editable document with figures and tables placed after the references or uploaded separately. Ensure that figure files are clearly named and match their in-text citations.

If you include supplementary files, label them clearly and reference them in the manuscript so reviewers can assess the full dataset or protocol.

• Full manuscript title and short running title
• Author names, affiliations, and ORCID identifiers
• Corresponding author contact information
• Word count and keyword list
• Funding and conflict disclosures

Include a brief contribution statement that clarifies each author's role in the study design, data collection, analysis, and writing. This supports transparency and accountability.

ORCID identifiers improve discoverability and reduce author name ambiguity across indexing systems.

Structured abstracts should include objectives, methods, results, and conclusions. Keywords should reflect dental or implantology terminology to support indexing.

Select three to six keywords that align with clinical practice and research domains.

• Title page with author details and affiliations
• Abstract with objectives, methods, results, and conclusions
• Introduction focused on dental or implantology context
• Methods detailing study design, population, and outcomes
• Results with clear tables, figures, and effect sizes
• Discussion with clinical and translational implications
• Data availability, ethics, and funding statements
• References in Vancouver style

• Provide high-resolution images with clear labels
• Include legends that explain all symbols and abbreviations
• Ensure patient images are de-identified
• Report measurement units consistently
• Confirm figure and table citations in text

Supplementary materials can include extended methods, datasets, or additional figures that support the main findings. These files should be referenced in the text and labeled clearly.

Provide a short description for each supplementary item to help reviewers assess relevance and completeness.

• CONSORT for clinical trials
• STROBE for observational studies
• PRISMA for systematic reviews
• CARE guidelines for case reports

• Report sample size calculations and power where relevant
• State statistical tests and software used
• Provide confidence intervals alongside p values
• Explain handling of missing data and outliers

All human studies must include IRB approval and informed consent. Clinical trials require registration identifiers and reporting of adverse events.

Animal studies must comply with institutional and national welfare regulations, including ethics committee approval.

Clinical trials should be registered in a publicly accessible registry and include the registration number in the manuscript. This supports transparency and compliance with reporting standards.

If clinical images are included, confirm patient consent and remove identifying details. Written consent must be available upon request.

For case reports, ensure that patient history and images are presented with privacy safeguards.

• Provide repository links or access procedures
• Describe data limitations and governance
• Include trial registration identifiers when applicable
• Share protocols and analytic code when possible

Acknowledge contributors who do not meet authorship criteria and list any institutional or technical support. Funding statements should include grant numbers and the role of the sponsor.

If no external funding was received, state this clearly to maintain transparency.

JDOI uses Vancouver style references. Ensure citations are complete, accurate, and include DOI links when available.

If you reference datasets, software, or clinical protocols, provide permanent identifiers to improve transparency.

Preprints are accepted, but authors must disclose prior posting in the cover letter and cite the preprint in the manuscript. This supports transparency and avoids duplicate publication concerns.

If the work has been presented at a conference, note the presentation details in the acknowledgments or cover letter.

• Brief summary of the study contribution and novelty
• Explanation of scope fit with JDOI
• Suggested reviewers with affiliations and emails
• Disclosure of any related manuscripts or preprints

• Prepare manuscript according to these guidelines
• Submit via ManuscriptZone
• Include cover letter with scope fit and contribution
• Respond to reviewer comments within requested timelines
• Pay APC after acceptance

• All authors approved the final manuscript
• Ethics approvals and consent statements included
• Figures and tables labeled and cited correctly
• References formatted in Vancouver style
• Data availability and funding statements completed

The editorial office conducts an initial screening for scope and completeness before peer review. First decisions are typically provided within two to four weeks.

Revisions should include a point-by-point response to reviewer comments to streamline evaluation.

For major revisions, include a clear response letter that references page and line numbers. Highlight changes in the manuscript for faster assessment.

If you disagree with a reviewer recommendation, provide a concise, evidence-based explanation so editors can evaluate the rationale.

After acceptance, authors review proofs and confirm metadata. Accurate affiliations, funding statements, and references improve indexing outcomes.

Publication proceeds after APC confirmation and production steps are complete.

JDOI articles are published under a CC BY 4.0 license, allowing reuse with proper citation. Authors retain copyright while granting the journal permission to publish.

If you need specific licensing language for funder compliance, contact the editorial office for guidance.

If errors are identified after publication, contact the editorial office promptly. Corrections or updates are issued in line with editorial policies to preserve the integrity of the record.

Authors should also notify the journal if new data materially changes the interpretation of the study.

Clear writing improves review quality and reader comprehension. Authors may request language editing support if needed.

Use concise headings, avoid unnecessary jargon, and define technical terms for interdisciplinary readers.

If you need editing support before submission, contact the editorial office for guidance on available services and expected timelines. Clear language reduces review delays and improves publication quality.

Provide your manuscript title and preferred timeline so the team can advise on next steps.

JDOI supports authors, editors, and reviewers with timely guidance on scope, policies, and workflows. If you need clarification on requirements, data statements, or review timelines, contact the editorial office at [email protected]. We can provide templates, examples, and best-practice recommendations to help you move forward confidently. Our responses typically include next steps, resource links, and a clear point of contact. Early communication helps avoid delays, ensures consistent compliance, and improves the overall publication experience. For database verification, APC documentation, or ManuscriptZone access issues, please email the editorial office with your manuscript title and contact details.