JO

Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry

The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry is a monthly peer-reviewed professional journal devoted to prosthetic and restorative dentistry. It is the official publication for 24 leading U.S. international prosthodontic organizations and publishes original articles on techniques, dental materials, and research findings for prosthodontists and dentists in advanced practice. The journal is included in Index Medicus and CINAHL.

Looking to publish in Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry? Livewrite integrates seamlessly with Word to help you write, edit, and format faster.

Existing customer login
Subject Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Impact Factor 4.8
Quartile Q1
Open Access Type Hybrid
ISSN 0022-3913
eISSN 1097-6841
Invitation Only No
Cost Range USD 3980 APC for open access articles, excluding taxes; no open access publication fee for subscription articles.

Submission Instructions

Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Research/Clinical Science Article

Cover Letter A submission letter is required only when more than four authors are included. The submission letter must justify the inclusion of more than four authors.
Abstract An abstract is required. The abstract should be approximately 400 words. The abstract must be structured. The abstract must include the headings Statement of problem, Purpose, Material and methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript The manuscript should be no longer than 10 to 12 double-spaced typed pages. The manuscript must be written in complete sentences and paragraph form and should include Introduction, Material and Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusions, with the Introduction ending in the study objective and research hypothesis and the Discussion beginning by stating whether the data support rejecting the null hypothesis. The manuscript must include Clinical Implications in 2 to 4 sentences, a CRediT statement, a declaration of interest statement, and any generative AI declaration in a section placed before the references.
References References to foreign language publications are limited to no more than 3. References must follow Vancouver style. References must be cited with superscript Arabic numerals and listed manually in numerical order on a separate page after the Conclusions section, with up to six authors listed before adding et al. for seven or more.
Figures & Tables The article may include no more than 12 illustrations. Tables must be placed at the end of the manuscript after the reference list and before the figures, and each figure must be submitted as a separate file with captions supplied separately in the manuscript text. Text, tables, and figures must not repeat each other, and each figure and table must be cited in the text by number in parentheses at the end of the appropriate sentence before closing punctuation.
Reformat to Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry using Livewrite Premium

Systematic Review

Cover Letter A submission letter is required only if justification is needed for including more than 4 authors. The submission letter must justify the inclusion of more than 4 authors.
Abstract A structured abstract is required. The abstract must be structured. The abstract must include Statement of Problem, Purpose, Material and Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Systematic Reviews should not exceed 10 to 12 double-spaced, typed pages. The text must include an introduction, methods, results, discussion, authors’ conclusions, acknowledgments, and conflicts of interest. The manuscript must include a CRediT statement and a declaration of generative AI use in a section placed before the references list.
References References should follow JPD format. References must be identified with superscript Arabic numerals and listed in numerical order using Vancouver-style formatting with up to six authors before adding et al.
Figures & Tables Tables must appear at the end of the manuscript after the reference list and before the figures, and each illustration must be uploaded as a separate file with captions supplied separately. Each figure and table must be cited in the text by number, and tables must be submitted in Microsoft Word.
Reformat to Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry using Livewrite Premium

Clinical Report

Cover Letter A justification letter is required if more than 4 authors are included.
Abstract A short abstract is required. Abstract must be nonstructured and presented as a single paragraph.
Manuscript Clinical Report must be no longer than 4 to 5 double-spaced pages. Manuscript should include Introduction, Clinical Report, and Summary sections, with the Clinical Report in paragraph form and the Summary briefly summarizing the patient treatment. Manuscript must include a CRediT statement and any generative AI declaration in a section placed before the references list.
References References must follow Vancouver style. References must be cited with superscript Arabic numerals and listed in numerical order, with up to six authors named before using et al. for seven or more, and most or all references should first be cited in the Introduction and/or Clinical Report section.
Figures & Tables Clinical Reports may include no more than 8 illustrations. Each illustration must be submitted as a separate file, while all tables must appear at the end of the manuscript after the reference list and before the figures. Figure captions must be provided separately in the manuscript text rather than within figure files.
Reformat to Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry using Livewrite Premium

Technique Article

Cover Letter A submission letter justifying inclusion of more than 4 authors is required when applicable.
Abstract A short abstract is required. Abstract must be nonstructured and presented as one paragraph.
Manuscript Manuscript should be no longer than 4 to 5 double-spaced typed pages. Manuscript must include a Technique section in numbered step-by-step format and a Summary section briefly summarizing the technique and its chief advantages. Manuscript must include a CRediT statement and any generative AI declaration in a section placed before the references, and the text must include citations for the accompanying illustrations.
References No more than 3 references to foreign-language publications are permitted. References must follow Vancouver style. References must be cited in the text with superscript Arabic numerals and listed in numerical order, manually numbered, with up to six authors before using et al. for seven or more.
Figures & Tables No more than 8 illustrations are permitted. Each illustration must be submitted as a separate file, while all tables must be placed at the end of the manuscript after the reference list and before the figures. Figures must have captions provided separately rather than within the figure file, and tables must be submitted one per page in Microsoft Word.
Reformat to Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry using Livewrite Premium

Tip From Our Readers

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 250 words. Manuscript must describe the procedure in a numbered, step-by-step format and use command rather than descriptive or passive form.
References References must follow Vancouver style. References must be cited in the text with superscript Arabic numerals and listed in numerical order, manually numbered, with up to six authors before using et al. for seven or more.
Figures & Tables Manuscript may include no more than 2 high quality illustrations. Each illustration must be submitted as a separate file, and all tables must appear at the end of the manuscript after the reference list and before the figures.
Reformat to Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry using Livewrite Premium

Recent Publications

Association of pain intensity and pain extent as assessed by pain drawings with clinical and psychosocial factors in patients with temporomandibular disorders

Esfandpour Arefeh, Sharifi Morteza, Tarrahi MohammadSaleh, Soltani Parisa, Abbasi Benika

10.1016/j.prosdent.2026.09.011
View Publication

Effect of tray type and subsplint reinforcement on the trueness of complete arch implant impressions: An in vitro study

Lujain Kurdi, Geoffrey A. Thompson, Carl Drago, Michael B. Karczewski, Mohamed El-Shewy

10.1016/j.prosdent.2026.09.027
View Publication

Digitally assisted bimaxillary complete arch implant rehabilitation using stackable surgical guides, immediate loading, and segmented prostheses: A clinical report

Diego Tueme Mendoza, Anakarem Aquino Ortiz, Gilberto Valenzuela Urizar, Mario Alejandro Cuellar Caraza, Brenda Ruth Garza Salinas, Raúl Euán Salazar

10.1016/j.prosdent.2026.09.028
View Publication

Letter to the Editor regarding “Accuracy of immediate complete arch digital implant scans using oriented horizontal scan bodies: A clinical study”

Satya Ranjan Misra, Rupsa Das

10.1016/j.prosdent.2026.09.033
View Publication

Influence of postprinting cleaning duration and glazing agents on the mechanical and surface properties of three-dimensionally printed dental resins: An in vitro study

Wisarut Prawatvatchara, Narin Intarak, Soranun Chantarangsu, Sermporn Thaweesapphithak, Thipphawan Piamcharoen, Mutlu Özcan, Dinesh Rokaya, Thantrira Porntaveetus

10.1016/j.prosdent.2026.09.022
View Publication

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Median 7 days from submission to first decision and 30 days from acceptance to online publication.

Reformat to Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry using Livewrite Premium

Is a cover letter required?

A justification letter is required for more than 4 authors.

Reformat to Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry using Livewrite Premium

What are the publication costs?

Research Topics

Dental materials and restorations Dental Implant Techniques and Outcomes Dental Radiography and Imaging Temporomandibular Joint Disorders Dental Research and COVID-19 Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Periodontal Regeneration and Treatments Dental Trauma and Treatments Diverse Scientific and Economic Studies Endodontics and Root Canal Treatments Reconstructive Facial Surgery Techniques Dental Education, Practice, Research Dental Erosion and Treatment Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques Bone Tissue Engineering Materials Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty Human auditory perception and evaluation Digital Imaging in Medicine dental development and anomalies Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Medical and Biological Sciences Oral microbiology and periodontitis research Cleft Lip and Palate Research Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies Anatomy and Medical Technology

Related Journals

SJ
Spanish Journal of Psychiatry and Mental Health Elsevier BV
AH
American Heart Journal Elsevier BV
JC
JTO Clinical and Research Reports Elsevier BV
CG
Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology Elsevier BV
EJ
European Journal of Cancer Elsevier BV
JO
Journal of Functional Foods Elsevier BV