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
European Oral Research Istanbul University Press
Evidence Based Dentistry Springer Nature
General Dentistry Academy of General Dentistry
Ghana Dental Journal Ghana Dental Association
Giornale Italiano di Endodonzia Ariesdue Srl
Global Journal of Research in Dental Sciences GJR Publication
Hua Xi Kou Qiang Yi Xue Za Zhi West China Journal of Stomatology Editorial Department of West China Journal of Stomatology
Implantologie Quintessenz Verlags-GmbH
Indian Journal of Dental Sciences Wolters Kluwer Medknow
International Arab Journal of Dentistry Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Faculty of Dental Medicine
International Dental Journal Elsevier
International Dental Journal of Student Research Innovative Publication
International Endodontic Journal John Wiley & Sons
International Journal of Dental Hygiene John Wiley & Sons
International Journal of Dentistry John Wiley & Sons
International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry Quintessenz Verlags-GmbH
International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Implants Quintessence Publishing Co. Inc.
International Journal of Oral Health Dentistry Innovative Publication
International Journal of Oral Implantology Quintessenz Verlags-GmbH
International journal of oral science Sichuan University Press 14.9
International Journal Of Orthodontic Rehabilitation MM Publishers
International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry John Wiley & Sons
International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry Quintessence Publishing Co. Inc.
International Journal of Prosthodontics Quintessence Publishing Co. Inc.
International Journal of Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd
International Orthodontics Elsevier
IP Indian Journal of Conservative and Endodontics IP Innovative Publication Pvt. Ltd.
IP Indian Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Research Innovative Publication
Iranian Endodontic Journal Iranian Centre for Endodontic Research
Iranian Journal of Orthodontics Iranian Association of Orthodontists
Japanese Dental Science Review Elsevier
JDR Clinical and Translational Research SAGE
Journal of Adhesive Dentistry Quintessenz Verlags-GmbH
Journal of Advanced Oral Research SAGE
Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics Korean Academy of Prosthodontic
Journal of Applied Oral Science Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru da Universidade de Sao Paulo
Journal of Baghdad College of Dentistry University of Baghdad
Journal of Clinical Orthodontics Journal of Clinical Orthodontics
Journal of Clinical Periodontology John Wiley & Sons
Journal of Conservative Dentistry Wolters Kluwer Medknow
Journal of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics Wolters Kluwer Health
Journal of Contemporary Medical Sciences Nab'a Al-Hayat Foundation for Medical Sciences and Health Care
Journal of Dental Hygiene American Dental Hygienists' Association
Journal of Dental Research SAGE
Journal of Dental Research, Dental Clinics, Dental Prospects Tabriz University of Medical Sciences
Journal of Dental Sciences Association for Dental Sciences of the Republic of China
Journal of Dental Specialities Innovative Publication
Journal of Dentistry Elsevier
Journal of Dentistry for Children American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Journal of Dentistry Iran Shiraz University of Medical Sciences

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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