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Frontiers in Oral Health publishes open access research in oral health, addressing population-based approaches to understand and improve oral and overall health and health equity, including disease prevention, clinical care, nutrition links, and oral-systemic health connections.
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Impact Factor
3.1
Quartile
Q1
Open Access Type
Open
eISSN
2673-4842
Invitation Only
No
Cost Range
Article processing charges (APCs) apply to articles accepted for publication.
Submission Instructions
Frontiers in Oral Health accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.
Original Research
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract must be structured and presented as a single paragraph.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 12,000 words. Manuscript should be organized as Abstract, Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, and Discussion, with a succinct Introduction that has no subheadings. Manuscript must include 5 to 8 keywords, a 200-word contribution to the field statement, and an acknowledgement in the acknowledgements or methods section identifying any generative AI used by name, version, model, and source.
References
References must follow the journal reference style, include the first six authors followed by et al. and the DOI when available, and use initials for given names.
Figures & Tables
Tables must be inserted into the manuscript in editable form, figures must be submitted individually, and figure captions should be placed at the end of the manuscript. Tables must not be submitted as figures, and each figure and table must be cited in the text in numerical order.
Systematic Review
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract must be structured and presented as a single paragraph.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 12,000 words. Manuscript should be organized as Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion, and should clearly define the research question in terms of PICOS. Manuscript must include funding information, at least five and no more than eight keywords, a 200-word contribution to the field statement, a 200-word scope statement, and an acknowledgement in the acknowledgements section and methods section if applicable that names the generative AI tool, version, model, and source when AI-generated or AI-edited written or visual content was used.
References
Citations and references must follow the journal reference style, using Harvard or Vancouver where applicable. References should list the first six authors followed by et al. with initials for given names and DOI when available, and unpublished material, submitted manuscripts, and personal communications must not be included.
Figures & Tables
Tables must be inserted into the manuscript, while figures must be submitted individually and figure captions placed at the end of the manuscript. Figures must be cited in numerical order and accompanied by alternative text, and tables must be editable and not submitted as figures.
Review
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract is required. Abstract must be structured and presented as a single paragraph.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 12,000 words. Manuscript must be organized as Abstract, Introduction, subject-relevant subsections, and Discussion. Manuscript must include 5 to 8 keywords, a 200-word contribution to the field statement, a 200-word scope statement, an author contribution statement, a funding section, and an acknowledgement or methods disclosure naming any generative AI tool used.
References
References must follow the journal reference style, list the first six authors followed by et al. with DOI when available, and must not include unpublished material or personal communications.
Figures & Tables
Tables must be inserted into the manuscript and figures must be submitted individually, with figure captions placed at the end of the manuscript. Tables must be provided in editable source form and not as figures, and all figures or images must include alternative text.
Clinical Trial
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract must be structured and presented as a single paragraph. Abstract must include the trial’s unique identifier and the URL of the publicly accessible trial registry website.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 12,000 words. Manuscript should be organized as Abstract, Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, and Discussion. Manuscript must include at least 5 and no more than 8 keywords, a 200-word contribution to the field statement, a 200-word scope statement, funding information in a funding section, an author contribution statement during submission, and acknowledgment of any generative AI use in the acknowledgements and methods section if applicable.
References
Citations and references must follow the journal reference style, using Harvard or Vancouver formatting when those styles are applied. References must list the first six authors followed by et al. and the DOI when available, use initials for given names, include only works that are published or accepted, and ensure all cited items appear in the reference list and all listed items are cited in the text, figures, or tables.
Figures & Tables
Tables must be inserted in the manuscript, and figures must be submitted individually with figure captions placed at the end of the manuscript. Alternative text is required for all figures or images, and each table and figure must be cited in the text in numerical order.
Mini Review
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract must be structured and presented as a single paragraph.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 3,000 words. Manuscript must include an Abstract, Introduction, subject-relevant subsections, and a Discussion, and should discuss different schools of thought or controversies, current research gaps, and potential future developments in the field. Manuscript must include 5 to 8 keywords, a 200-word contribution to the field statement, and an acknowledgment in the manuscript when generative AI technology was used, including the tool name, version, model, and source.
References
Citations and references must follow the journal reference style, using Vancouver numbering if Vancouver style is chosen or alphabetical ordering if Harvard style is chosen. References must list the first six authors followed by et al. and include the DOI when available, and Mini Reviews must not cite unpublished material including submitted manuscripts or personal communications.
Figures & Tables
Mini Review articles may include no more than 2 figures and/or tables. Tables must be inserted into the manuscript, while figures must be submitted individually and figure captions placed at the end of the manuscript. Tables must be provided in editable source form and not as figures, and figures must be prepared in RGB TIFF, JPEG, or EPS format.
Policy And Practice Reviews
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract must be structured and presented as a single paragraph.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 12,000 words. Manuscript should be organized as Abstract, Introduction, sections on assessment of policy or guidelines options and implications, Actionable Recommendations, and Discussion. Manuscript must include 5 to 8 keywords and an acknowledgment in the manuscript if written or visual generative AI content was used, including the name, version, model, and source of the tool.
References
References must follow the journal reference style, list the first six authors followed by et al. when applicable, and include the DOI when available.
Figures & Tables
Tables must be inserted into the manuscript, and figures must be submitted individually with figure captions placed at the end of the manuscript. Alternative text must be included with all figures or images.
Case Report
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract must be structured and presented as a single paragraph.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 3,000 words. Manuscript should be organized as Abstract, Introduction, Case description, a figure or table timeline, Diagnostic assessment with therapeutic intervention and follow-up and outcomes, Discussion, and Patient perspective. Manuscript must indicate the total word count and number of figures and tables on the first page, include 5 to 8 keywords, provide a 200-word contribution to the field statement and a 200-word scope statement, and acknowledge any generative AI use in the acknowledgements and methods when applicable.
References
References must follow the journal reference style, with Vancouver numbering in order of appearance if Vancouver is used or alphabetical ordering if Harvard is used. References must list the first six authors followed by et al. and include the DOI when available, and every reference must be cited in the text, figures, or tables and vice versa.
Figures & Tables
Case Report articles may include no more than 4 display items in total, counting figures, tables, or videos. Tables must be inserted in the manuscript, while figures must be submitted individually and figure captions placed at the end of the manuscript. A figure or table presenting a timeline of the episode of care is required, and tables must be editable rather than submitted as figures.
Community Case Study
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract is required. Abstract must be structured and presented as a single paragraph.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 5,000 words. Manuscript should be organized as Abstract, Introduction describing the nature of the problem being addressed and rationale for the proposed innovation, Context, detail to understand key programmatic elements, Discussion sharing practical implications and lessons learned for future applications, and acknowledgment of any conceptual or methodological constraints. Manuscript must include 5 to 8 keywords, a 200-word contribution to the field statement, a 200-word scope statement, and an acknowledgment of generative AI use in the acknowledgements section and in the methods section if applicable, including the name, version, model, and source.
References
Citations and references must follow the journal reference style, with Harvard or Vancouver formats used where applicable. References should list the first six authors followed by et al. and DOI when available, use initials for given names, include only works that are published or accepted, and ensure all cited items appear in the reference list and all listed items are cited in the text, figures, or tables.
Figures & Tables
No more than 5 figures and tables in total are allowed. Tables must be inserted into the manuscript, while figures must be submitted individually and figure captions placed at the end of the manuscript. Tables must be provided in editable source form and not as figures, and figures must include alternative text.
Brief Research Report
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract must be structured and presented as a single paragraph.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 4,000 words. Manuscript should be organized as Abstract, Introduction, Method, Results, and Discussion. Manuscript must include 5 to 8 keywords, a 200-word contribution to the field statement, a 200-word scope statement, and an acknowledgment in the manuscript when generative AI was used, including the name, version, model, and source of the tool.
References
References should list the first six authors followed by et al. and include the DOI when available.
Figures & Tables
Brief Research Report articles may include no more than 4 figures and tables in total. Figures must be uploaded individually, while tables must be inserted into the manuscript in editable form. Alternative text must be included with all figures or images.
Recent Publications
Effectiveness of virtual reality as a behavioural management method in children during dental visits: a systematic review
Rand Ra'ed-Naser, Marcela Arenas-González, María Biedma-Perea, María José Barra-Soto, Carolina Caleza-Jimenéz, David Ribas-Pérez
10.3389/froh.2026.1798462
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38% silver diamine fluoride for dentine hypersensitivity treatment: an in situ study
Dhananthat Chawhuaveang, Alice Kit Ying Chan, Chun Hung Chu, Ollie Yiru Yu
10.3389/froh.2026.1862698
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Dental caries and associated factors: prevalence among children aged 6 to 12 years in 2023 in the city of Conakry, Guinea
Aly Badara Nabe, Younoussa Sylla, Aly Badara Toure, Foromo Timothee Beavogui, Sidikiba Sidibe, Soriba Camara, Maladho Diaby, Castro Gbêmêmali Hounmenou, Jean Claude Guinan, Alexandre Delamou
10.3389/froh.2026.1700504
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Effect of a tea tree oil mouthwash on plaque-induced gingivitis when comparing to chlorhexidine: an exploratory randomised clinical trial
Alfred Menat, Cecília Rozan, Helena Barroso, Luís Proença, Madalena Salema-Oom, João Botelho, Abdesselam Zhiri, Ana Cristina Manso
10.3389/froh.2026.1727735
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Oral health indicators and dental care utilization patterns among adults in a context of social vulnerability (Polígono Sur, Seville)
Camila Fajardo, Diego Rodríguez Menacho, Alejandro Moreno Barrera, Ignacio Barbero Navarro, Antonio Castaño-Séiquer, David Ribas-Pérez
10.3389/froh.2026.1840742
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to publish?
Decision on a manuscript in 77 days.
Reformat to Frontiers in Oral Health using Livewrite PremiumIs a cover letter required?
A traditional cover letter is not allowed. Authors must prepare a 200-word statement describing the manuscript’s contribution to the field.
Reformat to Frontiers in Oral Health using Livewrite PremiumWhat are the publication costs?
Article processing charges (APCs) apply to articles accepted for publication.
Reformat to Frontiers in Oral Health using Livewrite PremiumResearch Topics
Oral microbiology and periodontitis research
Dental Health and Care Utilization
Oral Health Pathology and Treatment
Dental Research and COVID-19
Dental Radiography and Imaging
Head and Neck Cancer Studies
Salivary Gland Disorders and Functions
HIV/AIDS oral health manifestations
Dental Anxiety and Anesthesia Techniques
Endodontics and Root Canal Treatments
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Dental materials and restorations
Oral health in cancer treatment
Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Dental Implant Techniques and Outcomes
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
Cleft Lip and Palate Research
Dental Erosion and Treatment
Streptococcal Infections and Treatments
Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
Fluoride Effects and Removal
Oral and gingival health research
Child Nutrition and Water Access
Periodontal Regeneration and Treatments
dental development and anomalies