Journal of the Hong Kong Academy of General Dental Practice

About Us

The Journal of the Hong Kong Academy of General Dental Practice publishes scholarly articles on general dentistry, clinical practice, dental education, and oral health research.

Advancement of General Dental Practice

The journal aims to promote the advancement of general dental practice by publishing scholarly articles, clinical studies, and research that contribute to improving dental care and oral health.

Clinical and Scientific Research in Dentistry

The journal welcomes original research, clinical reports, and review articles related to dentistry, including preventive dentistry, restorative dentistry, oral health care, and dental education.

Professional Development and Education

The journal seeks to support the professional development of dental practitioners by disseminating evidence-based knowledge, clinical guidelines, and educational materials relevant to general dental practice.

The journal provides a platform for dentists, researchers, and academics to share knowledge and promote collaboration in the field of dentistry and oral health sciences.

International Academic Exchange

Aim and Scope

The journal publishes scholarly articles in areas including, but not limited to:

  • General dental practice

  • Preventive dentistry and oral health promotion

  • Clinical dentistry and case studies

  • Dental materials and restorative dentistry

  • Oral medicine and oral pathology

  • Dental education and professional training

  • Public health dentistry

  • Evidence-based dentistry and clinical research

  • Interdisciplinary approaches in oral healthcare

The journal accepts various types of manuscripts, including original research articles, review articles, clinical reports, case studies, and professional perspectives related to dentistry and oral health.

The Journal of the Hong Kong Academy of General Dental Practice aims to promote academic research, clinical knowledge, and professional development in the field of general dentistry and oral health. The journal provides a platform for the dissemination of scientific findings, clinical experiences, and educational advancements relevant to dental practitioners, researchers, and healthcare professionals.

The journal welcomes contributions that enhance the understanding and practice of dentistry, encourage interdisciplinary collaboration, and support evidence-based clinical practice.

Editorial Borad

The editorial committee is currently being formed by the Hong Kong Academy of General Dental Practice. The editorial board and Editor-in-Chief will be appointed prior to the publication of the first issue.

About the Journal

Publication Frequency
The journal is published annually, with one issue per year containing scholarly articles, research papers, and professional reports in dentistry.

Open Access
This journal operates under a hybrid open access model, allowing authors to publish articles as open access or through traditional access.

Peer Review
All submitted manuscripts undergo peer review by qualified experts to ensure academic quality, scientific accuracy, and relevance to dental practice.

Publisher
The journal is published by the Hong Kong Academy of General Dental Practice Limited, supporting academic exchange and professional advancement in dentistry.

Promoting scholarship, research, and professional development in general dental practice.

Manuscript Submission Workflow

  • Authors submit their manuscript through the journal submission system or by email to the editorial office.

  • The editorial office checks the manuscript for completeness, formatting, and relevance to the journal’s aims and scope.

  • The manuscript is sent to qualified reviewers for independent peer review to evaluate scientific quality and originality.

  • Based on reviewer comments, the editor makes a decision: accept, revise, or reject.

  • Authors revise the manuscript according to reviewer and editor comments and resubmit the updated version.

  • Once the manuscript meets all requirements, it is accepted for publication.

  • The article is published online and assigned a DOI for citation and indexing.

Current Issue

Latest Issue
Volume 1 (2026) – Issue 1. The inaugural issue of the Journal of the Hong Kong Academy of General Dental Practice is currently in preparation. Submitted manuscripts are undergoing editorial assessment and peer review. Accepted articles will be published online upon completion of the review and production process.

ISSN – International Standard Serial Number

ISSN: Pending
The International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) for the Journal of the Hong Kong Academy of General Dental Practice has been applied for and is currently under review by the ISSN International Centre.