OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The H4-Index of Journal of Dentistry is 47. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-06-01 to 2026-06-01.)

Article	Citations
A novel AI-driven tool for automated root canal segmentation of single and bi-rooted teeth on cone-beam computed tomography	253
Are S-PRG composites able to resist against erosive and abrasive challenges and protect surrounding enamel in situ?	153
Dynamics of root caries in older adults using high-fluoride toothpaste	142
Impact of angle on photothermal radiometry and modulated luminescence (PTR/LUM) value	123
Development of a survey-based stacked ensemble predictive model for autonomy preferences in patients with periodontal disease	123
Influence of three coded healing abutment design on intraoral scan accuracy: a comparative in vitro study	119
Establishment of a three-dimensional face template dataset with different nasal morphologies and its application in fabricating nasal defect prostheses	112
Virtual planning and volumetric evaluation of wound healing following regenerative surgical treatment of intrabony periodontal defects	109
Digital planning of prosthetic finalization in a TMD patient	104
Navigation implant surgery accuracy in different types of edentulism: A systematic review and meta-analysis	101
Self-reported periodontitis: A multiethnic community-based validation study	100
Inequities in early life on dental pain trajectory: A birth cohort study	96
Application of poly(amidoamine)–inositol hexakisphosphate conjugates for improving resin-dentine bond longevity	96
Radiographic bone changes following non-surgical periodontal therapy: a systematic review and meta-analysis	91
Corrigendum to “In vitro study of cold atmospheric plasma-induced proliferation inhibition and morphological changes in head and neck carcinoma cell lines” [Journal of Dentistry161 (2025) 106007]	90
In vitro scan accuracy and time efficiency in various implant-supported fixed partial denture situations	90
Dental plaque quantitation by light induced fluorescence technology in exclusive Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) users	87
Retentive force of conical crowns combining zirconia and fiber-reinforced composite	82
Comparative analysis of five AI platforms for mandibular canal segmentation on CBCT images	74
Formulation of arginine-loaded mesoporous silica nanoparticles (Arg@MSNs) modified orthodontic adhesive	73
Influence of customized over-scan body rings on the intraoral scanning effectiveness of a multiple implant edentulous mandibular model	71
Effect of topical application of ibuprofen/arginine on the in-office bleaching-induced tooth sensitivity: A randomized, triple-blind controlled trial	70
Factors affecting clinical decision-making for the management of non-carious cervical lesions - a qualitative analysis	69
Exploring the use of preprints in dentistry	68
Bruxism as a new risk factor of musculo-skeletal disorders?	65

Prolonged polymerization of a universal adhesive in non-carious cervical lesions: 36-month double-blind randomized clinical trial	62
A modified scan technique for multiple abutment teeth using the trim and lock function	62
Tooth loss over 13 years of follow-up: Can regular dental visits reduce racial and socioeconomic inequalities?	61
Untargeted-metabolomics reveals size-dependent metabolic disparities of apical periodontitis lesions	61
Antibiofilm properties, cytotoxicity, and effect on protease activity of antibiotics and EGCG-based medications for endodontic purposes	61
Morphology of pulpal mineralizations: A scoping review	61
Bacteriophages for periodontal pathogens control: A systematic review	60
Comparison of the colour accuracy of a single-lens reflex camera and a smartphone camera in a clinical context	59
Generative deep learning approaches for the design of dental restorations: A narrative review	56
Full arch accuracy of intraoral scanners with different acquisition technologies: An in vitro study	56
Healing outcomes of open versus closed flap procedures for collagen membrane coverage following immediate dental implant placements with simultaneous guided tissue regeneration	53
How palatal vault morphology and screw length influence the accuracy of dynamic computer-guided orthodontic miniscrew insertion. A prospective clinical study	51
Effect of prefabricated auxiliary devices in different optical properties and shapes on the accuracy of intraoral scanning of the edentulous arch with multiple implants: An in-vitro study	51
Erosion protective properties of the enamel pellicle in-situ	51
Comparison of intraoral scanning and CBCT to generate digital and 3D-printed casts by fused deposition modeling and digital light processing	49
Whitening efficacy of activated charcoal-based products: A single-blind randomized controlled clinical trial	49
Efficacy of adjunctive local periodontal treatment for type 2 diabetes mellitus patients with periodontitis: A systematic review and network meta-analysis	48
In vitro remineralization assessment of enamel subsurface lesions using different percentages of surface reaction-type pre-reacted glass-ionomer containing gum-based material	48
Interfacial and mechanical effects of methylglyoxal on etched dentin: An in vitro study	48
Feasibility study on ultrasonic scaler tooth damage: IOS, interferometry, microscopy	47
Prevalence of tooth wear and associated factors: A birth cohort study	47
Influence of periodic polyphenol treatment on the anti-erosive potential of the acquired enamel pellicle—A qualitative exploratory study	47
Impact of improved oral hygiene before nonsurgical periodontal instrumentation on clinical parameters and soft-tissue topography of randomly selected quadrants	47