Call for Papers

The following Collections are now accepting submissions. You can submit your next paper directly to them. Submission deadline: 31 December 2025.

Fluoride

Fluoride has proven benefit in reducing the risk for dental caries, benefitting populations worldwide and across the lifespan. This collection features articles that have addressed fluoride use in dentistry, including biological principles and discussion of impacts and ethics of water fluoridation.

 

 

Mental Health


This collection from the BDJ explores the psychological challenges faced by dental professionals, both in practice and in training. Issues range from mental well-being, stress, anxiety and burnout. It aims to foster a deeper understanding of mental health in the dental field and provide strategies for creating healthier, more supportive environments. 

 

Oral Medicine


These articles explore the topic of oral medicine. Together they look at the diagnosis, management and challenges of various conditions including skin cancer, oral dysaesthesia, lichen planus, and oral mucosal disease.

 

 

Periodontology


The majority of periodontal diseases are totally preventable, yet 50% of the world's population suffers from periodontitis. This collection is intended as a survey of current practice in the field for clinicians striving for good clinical outcomes, as well as positive outcomes from the patient's perspective.