NMC Approved Dentistry Journals List: 2026

So, you’re a dentistry professional eager to stay updated with the latest research and trends?

Well, look no further! We’ve got you covered with a list of NMC-approved dentistry journals that are sure to quench your thirst for knowledge.

These journals are recognized under National Medical Commission (NMC) for their high quality, reliability, and relevance to the dentistry field.

Whether you’re a researcher or an author, these publications offer valuable insights, expert opinions, and groundbreaking studies that can enhance your practice and contribute to the advancement of the sector.

For the most recent list of NMC-approved dentistry journals, see the list below.




Journal Name Publisher Impact Factor
Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science Universitas Hasanuddin Faculty of Dentistry
Journal of Endodontics Elsevier
Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Evidence Based Dental Practice Elsevier
Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry Wolters Kluwer Health
Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology Wolters Kluwer Medknow
Journal of Interdisciplinary Dentistry Wolters Kluwer Health
Journal of International Oral Health Wolters Kluwer Medknow 0.7
Journal of International Society of Preventive and Community Dentistry Wolters Kluwer Medknow 1.1
Journal of Nepalese Prosthodontic Society Nepalese Prosthodontic Society
Journal of Oral Implantology Allen Press
Journal of Oral Medicine, Oral Surgery, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology Innovative Publication
Journal of Oral Rehabilitation John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Oral Research Universidad de Concepcion
Journal of Oral Science Nihon University, School of Dentistry
Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics Springer Nature
Journal of Orofacial Sciences Wolters Kluwer Health
Journal of Orthodontic Science Wolters Kluwer Medknow
Journal of Orthodontics SAGE
Journal of Osseointegration Ariesdue Srl
Journal of Periodontal and Implant Science Korean Academy of Periodontology
Journal of Periodontal Research John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Periodontology John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Prevention and Treatment for Stomatological Diseases Southern Medical University Stomatological Hospital
Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Elsevier
Journal of Prosthodontic Research Japan Prosthodontic Society
Journal of Prosthodontics John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Stomatology Termedia Publishing House Ltd.
Journal of the American Dental Association American Dental Association
Journal of the California Dental Association Taylor & Francis
Journal of the Canadian Dental Association Canadian Dental Association
Journal of the International Clinical Dental Research Organization Wolters Kluwer Health
Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists Elsevier
Korean Journal of Orthodontics Korean Association of Orthodontists
New Zealand Dental Journal New Zealand Dental Association
Odontology Springer Nature
Odovtos International Journal of Dental Sciences Universidad de Costa Rica
Open Dentistry Journal Bentham Science Publishers
Operative Dentistry Indiana University School of Dentistry
Oral Health and Preventive Dentistry Quintessence Publishing Co. Inc.
Oralprophylaxe und Kinderzahnmedizin Springer Nature
Periodontology 2000 John Wiley & Sons
Progress in Orthodontics Springer Nature
Protetyka Stomatologiczna Polish Dental Society
Quintessence International Quintessenz Verlags-GmbH
Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics Korean Academy of Conservative Dentistry
Revista Cientifica Odontologica Universidad Cientifica del Sur
Revista Cubana de Estomatologia Editorial Ciencias Medicas
Revista de la Asociacion Odontologica Argentina Asociacion Odontologica Argentina
Revista de Odontologia da UNESP Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP)

Why NMC-Approved Dentistry Journals?

  • Promotion eligibility: Indian medical college faculty must publish in NMC-recognized journals for promotions (Assistant Professor → Associate Professor → Professor).
  • Postgraduate seat sanctioning: Departments need NMC-recognized publications for MD/MS/DM/MCh seat allocation.
  • Trust signal: NMC-recognized journals follow ethical standards and credible peer review.
  • Indexing: All NMC-approved journals appear in at least one of PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, or DOAJ.

Tips for Submitting to NMC-Approved Dentistry Journals

  1. Verify indexing on the journal’s page before submission.
  2. Match scope — read 5 recent papers in your target journal.
  3. Avoid predatory journals mimicking NMC-approved names.
  4. Check turnaround time if you have grant or thesis deadlines.
  5. Use our Advanced Journal Finder to filter by Scopus/PubMed/WOS for your dentistry subject.
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