International Dental Journal
09/30/2025

The October issue of the International Dental Journal is out now! Discover what’s inside.

Explore the October issue of the International Dental Journal, featuring the latest research, clinical insights, and global perspectives in dentistry.

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The International Dental Journal (IDJ) continues to reach new heights. Most recently, it was ranked 4th out of 98 open access journals in the SCIMAGO rankings – an outstanding recognition of its growing impact under the leadership of Editor-in-Chief, Prof. Lakshman Samaranayake.

With this exciting milestone, we invite you to explore the latest October issue of the IDJ.

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Editorial

Rooting for the Future: Combating Dental Deforestation
Dharmarajan Gopalakrishnan, P.D. Miller

Scientific research reports

Ultrasound Microscopy-Based Identification of Enamel and Restorative Materials: An Ex Vivo Acoustic Impedance Study
Yukihiro Naganuma, Masatoshi Takahashi, Yoshifumi Saijo, Masahiro Iikubo, Atsushi Takahashi

The Role of SARS1 in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma and its Potential as a Diagnostic and Prognostic Biomarker
Qifeng Zhang, Mengting Liu, Jiong Lv, Youjian Peng, ... Yan He

ATP1A1-Driven Intercellular Contact Between Dental Pulp Stem Cell and Endothelial Cell Enhances Vasculogenic Activity
Mingqi Zhu, Shan Jiang, Chengfei Zhang, Buling Wu, Ting Zou

Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Impairs Tertiary Dentine Formation: An In Vivo Study
Jun He, Chaoning Zhan, Yanli Lu, Junyang Chen, ... Jin Hou

ARA290 Attenuates Apical Periodontitis via SIRT1/NF-κB/IL-1β Pathway Modulation
Yuting Wang, Yifei Tang, Mingfei Wang, Wenlan Li, ... Xiaoyue Guan

Occlusal Analysis of Algorithm-designed Restoration Using Different Virtual Articulator Parameters: A Preliminary Study
Shan-lin Guo, Xiao He, Zhi Tang, Bing-ying Xie, ... Wei Li

Diagnostic Value of Panoramic Radiographs in the Assessment of Degenerative Joint Disease: A Retrospective Study
Ibraheem Maita, Abhinav Dhillon, Reid Friesen, Fabiana T. Almeida

Evaluation of Apical Sealing Ability of a Calcium Silicate–Based Root Canal Sealer nRoot SP Using Different Obturation Techniques
Xin Wang, Pengfei Zhang, Yueyi Yang, Keyong Yuan, ... Rui Ma

New Immunohistochemical Findings on Amelogenin and Dentin Sialophosphoprotein in Genetic Tooth Diseases
Claudia Camacho-Escalera, Ana Ortega-Pinto, Sandra Rojas-Flores, Roquelina Pianeta-Alviz, Blanca Urzúa-Orellana

Imparting Antimicrobial Efficacy: Novel Polymer-Coated MgO Nanoparticles Transform Dental Composites
Ghada H. Naguib, Hani Nassar, Abdulghani Mira, Abeer Alnowaiser, Mohamed T. Hamed

TGF-β1 Inhibits Osteogenesis via ZBTB16 Regulation in Periodontal Ligament
Jung-Sun Moon, Dong-Wook Yang, Hyun-Soo Kim, Min-Seok Kim, Sun-Hun Kim

Dysregulation of MicroRNA-455-5p Contributes to Pulpitis Pathogenesis Through Modulating MYD88
Qidi Hu, Yihan Fu, Hao Xu

Extra Positive Air Pressure to Prevent Microbial Contamination in Dental Handpieces: An Experimental Study
Dogun Park, Ki Bum Kim, Yang-Soo Kim, Ho-Kyung Lim, ... Seongpil An

Microbiome Shifts in Peri-Implantitis: Longitudinal Characterization of Dysbiosis and Resolution
Songtham Anuntakarun, Sermporn Thaweesapphithak, Annop Krasaesin, Sasiprapa Prommanee, ... Nikos Mattheos

Effect of Blue Covarine Toothpastes on Tooth Colour: A Randomised Crossover Study
Lu Zhang, Andrew Joiner, Ashok K. Gupta, Matteo Barili, ... Jane R. Matheson

The Influence of Vitamin C–incorporated Polycaprolactone on Osteogenesis in Osteoblast-Osteoclast Co-culture In Vitro
Elaf Akram Abdulhameed, K.G. Aghila Rani, Ensanya A. Abou Neel, Nadia Khalifa, ... Ab Rani Samsudin

Impact of Dental Caries and Odontogenic Infections on Henoch-Schönlein Purpura in Pediatric Patients
Yafeng Yang, Li Duan, Xiaoyan Ding, Xinghua Yang, ... Ruimin Li

Exploring the Shared Genetic Characteristics of Peri-Implantitis and Osteoporosis: A Transcriptomic Analysis Perspective
Churen Zhang, Feixiang Wang, Jianguo Ke, Cuihong Lin, ... Qiaoling Cai

Salivary Biomarkers for Oral Frailty in Patients With Burning Mouth Symptoms
Sung Min Kim, Mi-Sun Kong, Yoon-Young Kim, Ji-Youn Chang, ... Hong-Seop Kho

Practice-related research

Comprehensive Three-Dimensional Evaluation of Temporomandibular Joint Changes Following Stabilization Splint Therapy
Saba Ahmed Al-Hadad, Pengyu Chen, Yunshan Zhao, Chushen Li, ... Xi Chen

The Use of a Respiratory Biofeedback Instrument in Managing Fear and Anxiety in Clinical Practice
Natalie Sui Miu Wong, Andy Wai Kan Yeung, Colman Patrick McGrath, Yiu Yan Leung

Probiotics Enhance Bone Density and Reduce Inflammation Postalveolar Surgery
Dongjie Fu, Xiaoxiang He, Jian Lu, Ting Du

Comparing Endodontic Treatment Prevalence in Diabetes Mellitus and Non-Diabetic Periodontitis Patients: A Retrospective Case-Control Investigation
L.P.M. Weijdijk, D.E. Slot, M. el Kadi, G.A. Van der Weijden

Forkhead Box O1 Promotes Osteogenic Differentiation of Periodontal Ligament Stem Cells in Hypoxia/Reoxygenation Environments by Regulating Heme Oxygenase-1 Scavenging of Reactive Oxygen Species
Yujia Ye, Jinqiao Tang, Jiahui Ye, Bin Zhao, Yanning Ma

The Effects of Azithromycin Modified Triple Antibiotic Paste in Resolving Periapical Inflammation
Tingting Meng, Zhengyang Wang, Haocong Li, Zhaoguang Ouyang, ... Dayong Liu

Oral Candida in Orthodontic Patients Wearing Removable Orthodontic Appliances: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Kreaukarn Siripaisanprasert, Chanwit Prapinjumrune, Chidsanu Changsiripun

The Finite Element Analysis of the Impact of Ferrule Height and Post-Core Materials on Stress Distribution in Incisors
Beibei Yang, Boxuan Wang, Liangzhi Du, Fang Wang

Cone-Beam Computed Tomography as a Diagnostic Tool for TMJ Morphological Alterations in Disc Displacement
Almustafa Osama, Mazen Musa, Hai Juan Zhang, Cheng Dong Zheng, ... Shuang Wang

Contrast-Enhanced CT-Based Deep Learning and Habitat Radiomics for Analysing the Predictive Capability for Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Qilin Liu, Zhuang Liang, Xiaoshuang Qi, Shuwen Yang, ... Hui Dong

Proteomics Insights Into Gingival Aging: The Role of Oxidative Stress and Key Signaling Pathways
Xiaomeng Liu, Boyuan Sun, Yixuan Jiang, Zhengyu Guan, Hongjiao Li

A Novel DSPP Mutation in Dentinogenesis Imperfecta Shields Type II: Clinical, Genetic and Stem Cell Perspectives
Qianhua Gao, Zhongren Deng, Ling Yang, Kehong Liu, ... Qin Du

Genetic Variants in KIF7 May Contribute to Supernumerary Tooth Formation
Phohathai Chainaphaphorn, Chumpol Ngamphiw, Sissades Tongsima, Kanoknart Chintakanon, ... Piranit Nik Kantaputra

Multilevel Analysis Reveals the Critical Role of Cell Death-Related Molecules and Drugs in Temporomandibular Disorders
Yuxin Zhang, Xiaoyu Liao, Dahe Zhang, Qingyu Xu, ... Chi Yang

Effect of Orthodontic Force on Gingival Blood Flow Measured by Laser Speckle Contrast Imaging: A Randomised Controlled Trial
Fan Yin, Junwei Zhao, Hao Zhang, Shusi Wang, ... Shuang Han

Role of SIRT6 in Chronic Periodontitis and Osteogenic Differentiation of Periodontal Ligament Stem Cells
Haixia Guo, Rui Liu, Hao Xu, Jian Pan, Haoyong Gu

Needlestick and Sharp Injury Among Dental Instrument Reprocessing Personnel: Incidence and Reporting Practices in China
Feiruo Hong, Jiang Zeng, Junying Ma, Xiaoyan Wang, Xuefen Yu

A Critical Correlate of QS Subject Ranking and Stanford’s Top 2% Scientists in Top Dental Schools
Andy Wai Kan Yeung, James Kit Hon Tsoi

Anatomical Changes After Stabilisation Splint Therapy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Ronlada Porntirit, Paak Rewthamrongsris, Itt Assoratgoon, Thanaphum Osathanon

Social Inequalities in Tooth Loss Over Time: Insights From Australian Adults
Xiangqun Ju, Liana Luzzi, Sergio Chrisopoulos, Gloria C. Mejia, Lisa M. Jamieson

“A Patient-Centred Care of Dentist Scale: Perceptions of Dentists’ in Thai Community Hospitals: A Multi-Group Analysis”
Yutthana Khamnil, Surasak Kao-iean, Pagaporn Pantuwadee Pisarnturakit

International public health

The Joint Impact of Heavy Metals and Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons on Periodontitis
Ziqiu Fan, Guangna Yue, Dongming Yu, Min Zhang, Hideki Kitaura

Genetic Determinants of Leukocyte Count in Nonsyndromic Cleft Lip With or Without Cleft Palate Among Asians
Changyue Xing, Shu Lou, Yue Gao, Xiaofeng Li, ... Yongchu Pan

Arabic Translation and Validation of the Adult Oral Health Standard Set Questionnaire
Shiraz Altigani, Lamyia Anweigi, Randa Abidia, Manar E. Abdel-Rahman, ... Faleh Tamimi

Oral Health of International Migrant Workers: Is Acculturation an Explanatory Factor?
Reanne Ying Xuan Lim, Siti Hajar Binti Hamzah, Sin Eng Chia, Mun Loke Wong, ... Xiaoli Gao

Diagnostic Confidence and Oral Cancer Screening: Insights From a Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study in Hungary
Peter Novák, Réka Magdolna Szabó, Gábor Braunitzer, István Vereb, ... Márk Ádám Antal

Depression and Untreated Dental Caries Among the Azar Cohort Population: A Cross-Sectional Study
Katayoun Katebi, Saba Soleimani Alamdari, Zeinab Mahboobi, Elnaz Faramarzi, Nasrin Sharififard

Impact of Parental Health Beliefs on Early Childhood Caries: A Two-Year Longitudinal Study
Yi-Chang Chou, Feng-Shiang Cheng, Shih-Han Weng, Chih-Hao Tseng, ... Chieh-Hsing Liu

Evaluation of the Oral Health Education for Nurses and Community Health Workers (Project OHE-NCHeW) in Nigeria
Abimbola M. Oladayo, Folake B. Lawal, Oyinkansola O. Sofola, Omolara G. Uti, ... Azeez Butali

ASXL2 Modulates Chromatin Remodeling to Direct Osteogenesis and Multiple Cell Fate in hPDLSCs
Tianle Yang, Ying Zhou, Ruohui Han, Meilin Hu, ... Dayong Liu

National Pharmacovigilance Assessment of Oral Adverse Events Following COVID-19 Vaccination in Germany (2020-2023)
Abanoub Riad

Global Burden of Dental Caries from 1990 to 2021 and Future Projections
Xiaojing Li, Rui Li, Haozhen Wang, Zurong Yang, ... Li-an Wu

Prevalence and Radiographic Patterns of Third Molar Impaction and Agenesis in the Kazakh Population
Yasin Yasa, Kubeisin Altynbekov, Buse Serenay Kalafatoğlu, Shayakhmetova Meiramkul, ... Chingis Altynbekov

Supervised Toothbrushing and Silver Diamine Fluoride Application of Rohingya Children in a Refugee Camp in Bangladesh
Khaleda Zaheer, Tahmina Zerin, James Coughlan, Shuvashis Saha, ... Elham Kateeb

Natural Tooth Count and Sleep Quality in Older Adults: The Mediating Effect of Temporomandibular Joint Pain
Jingting Pi, Zhi Wang, Lin Song, Xia Deng, ... Deping Sun

Genetic-environmental Risk Factors for Tooth Agenesis: A Familial Case-control Study in China
Xinyue Guo, Taoyun Xu, Xiaohong Duan

Interprofessional education and practice

Exploring Humanities Education in Chinese Dental Schools: Perspectives From Faculty Members and Students
Lili Zhang, Hui Chen, Michael Francis Burrow, Denian Ba

The Learning Outcomes of Smoking Cessation Education and Training for Dental Students: A Systematic Review
Xiaochen Jiang, Cui Li, Lingjun Zhou, Xueling Qiu, ... Lu Tang

Classic Publications in the Field of Dentistry: A Bibliometric Analysis
Yuh-Shan Ho, Nikolaos Christidis

Antibacterial Efficacy of Oregano-Carbon Nanotubes Coated Silk Sutures: An In Vitro Experimental Study
Menna S. Gaber, Nehal Loutfy Abouraya, Shaymaa I. Habib

Parental Social Support and Preschoolers' Oral Health Behaviours: The Mediating Role of Parental Stress and Self-Efficacy
Xinrui Shi, Xiaoming Xu, Hongyan Shi, Xinyi Xie, ... Jiwei Wang

Impact Assessment of an Antimicrobial Stewardship Program in a Japanese University Dental Hospital
Natsuko Yoshimura Sawai, Hidetaka Kuroda, Yuki Yamazaki, Hiromi Matsumoto, ... Satoshi Ino

Quality and Readability Assessment of Patient-Centered Online Information on Apical Surgery
Pablo Álvarez-Nóvoa, Ramón Miguéns-Vila, Benjamín Martín-Biedma, Gustavo De-Deus, ... Pablo Castelo-Baz

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