1. Key Submission Requirements (Read First)

Abstract format and length

• Case Report, Case Series, Technical Report, Short Communication: Unstructured abstract, ≤150 words.
• Case Report with Literature Review: Structured abstract, ≤250 words. Must include: Introduction, Case Presentation, Methods of Review, Conclusion.

Keywords

• Provide exactly 5 keywords for all manuscript types.

Manuscript Word & Reference Limits

• Short Communication: Maximum 800 words | Maximum 10 references.
• Case Report: Maximum 2,000 words | Maximum 20 references.
• Case Series: Maximum 3,000 words | Maximum 20 references.
• Technical Report: Maximum 3,000 words | Maximum 20 references.
• Case Report with Literature Review: Maximum 6,000 words | Maximum 50 references.

Manuscript formatting

• Font: Times New Roman, 11 pt.
• Spacing: Double-spaced.
• Margins: Normal (default Word setting).

Tables & Figures Limits

• Tables: Must be editable text (not images or figures).
• Total Items: Maximum 6 items total combined (Figures + Tables).
• Composite Figures: Multiple images must be combined into composite figures (A, B, C, etc.). Minimum resolution: 300 dpi.
• Submission: Must be submitted separately from the main manuscript file, clearly named, numbered, and cited in text.

2. General Information

The Journal of Case Reports in Dental Medicine (JCRDM) publishes clinically relevant manuscripts that contribute to the advancement of dental science and practice.

• Submissions must be original and not under consideration elsewhere.
• Manuscripts must be written in clear academic English.
• All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software (e.g., iThenticate).
• Prior presentation at scientific meetings does not preclude publication.

3. Scope of the Journal

JCRDM accepts manuscripts in all areas of dentistry and related medical disciplines, including:

• Clinical case reports and case series.
• Case-based clinical insights.
• Diagnostic and therapeutic innovations.
• Forensic odontology case studies.
• Interdisciplinary dental-medical cases.

4. Types of Manuscripts Accepted

4.1 Case Report

A detailed report of a unique or educational clinical case.

• Requirements: Must follow CARE Guidelines. Maximum 2,000 words. Maximum 20 references.
• Structure: Abstract (unstructured, ≤150 words), Keywords (exactly 5), Introduction, Case Presentation, Discussion, Conclusion.

4.2 Case Series

A collection of related cases analyzed for patterns or outcomes.

• Requirements: CARE principles adapted for multiple cases. Maximum 3,000 words. Maximum 20 references. Must include patient selection criteria, clinical similarities/differences, and outcomes.
• Structure: Abstract (unstructured, ≤150 words), Keywords (exactly 5), Introduction, Case Series Presentation, Discussion, Conclusion.

4.3 Case Report with Literature Review

A case report combined with a focused literature review.

• Requirements: Must follow CARE Guidelines. Maximum 6,000 words. Maximum 50 references. Must include search strategy, summary of reported cases, and clinical interpretation.
• Structure: Abstract (structured, ≤250 words: Introduction, Case Presentation, Methods of Review, Conclusion), Keywords (exactly 5), Introduction, Case Presentation, Literature Review, Discussion, Conclusion.

4.4 Technical Report

Describes new techniques or modifications of clinical procedures.

• Requirements: Maximum 3,000 words. Maximum 20 references. Includes technique description, clinical indications, advantages, limitations, and supporting evidence.
• Structure: Abstract (unstructured, ≤150 words), Keywords (exactly 5), Introduction, Technical Description, Discussion, Conclusion.

4.5 Short Communication

A concise report of novel findings or preliminary data.

• Requirements: Maximum 800 words. Maximum 10 references. Focused and concise.
• Structure: Abstract (unstructured, ≤150 words), Keywords (exactly 5), Main Text, References.

5. Reporting Standards (Mandatory)

• All case-based manuscripts must follow CARE Guidelines.
• Authors are encouraged to consult the EQUATOR Network resource center.
• Manuscripts that do not comply may be returned without review.

6. Ethical Requirements

6.1 Human Studies

• Must comply with the Declaration of Helsinki (2013).
• Ethics approval details must be clearly stated in the manuscript.

6.2 Animal Studies

• Authors must confirm compliance with institutional and international standards.
• Technical reports involving animal testing prior to clinical application must adhere to the ARRIVE Guidelines.

6.3 Patient Consent and Privacy

• Authors must obtain written informed consent from patients for publication.
• For case reports including identifiable patient photographs: apply anonymization (e.g., black strip censoring over the eyes) and submit a signed patient authorization release form.

6.4 Conflict of Interest

All authors must disclose any financial or personal conflicts of interest.

6.5 Authorship (ICMJE Criteria)

Authors must meet all four ICMJE criteria:

1. Substantial contributions to study design, data acquisition, or analysis.
2. Drafting or critically revising the manuscript.
3. Final approval of the version to be published.
4. Agreement to be accountable for all aspects of the work.

7. Manuscript Preparation

7.1 Submission Components

• Title page
• Main manuscript file (anonymous)
• Tables and figures (submitted separately)
• Submission form / Author declaration

7.2 Title Page Must Include

• Full title and running title
• Full author names and ORCID iDs (for all authors)
• Institutional affiliations (in English)
• Corresponding author details (full address and email)
• Conflict of interest statement
• Author contributions statement

7.3 Formatting Requirements

• File Format: Microsoft Word (.docx)
• Font & Size: Times New Roman, 11 pt
• Spacing: Double-spaced throughout
• Alignment: Justified
• No custom headers, footers, or endnotes.

7.4 Main Manuscript Structure (Anonymous)

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords (exactly 5)
4. Introduction
5. Main Content / Case Presentation
6. Discussion
7. Conclusion
8. Conflict of Interest Statement
9. Acknowledgments (if any)
10. List of Abbreviations (if applicable)
11. References

8. Tables

• Must be submitted as editable text (Word table format), not raster images.
• Submitted as separate files.
• Must be cited sequentially in the text (e.g., Table 1).
• Each table requires a title, caption, and explicit legends for symbols used.

9. Figures

• Maximum 6 figures and tables combined.
• High resolution required (minimum 300 dpi). Submitted as separate files.
• Cite sequentially in the main text (e.g., Figure 1).
• Combine multiple images into labeled composite figures (A, B, C, etc.).
• Provide figure legends at the end of the main manuscript file.
• Written permission is required for any previously published figure reuse.

10. Abbreviations

Use standard abbreviations only when necessary. Define all non-standard abbreviations at their first mention in the text.

11. References

References must follow the Vancouver Style standard according to NLM's ICMJE guidelines.

• Number references sequentially in the order they appear in text using square brackets or superscript.
• List all authors when six or fewer; if seven or more, list the first six followed by "et al."
• Abbreviate journal titles according to MEDLINE standards.

Reference Examples

Approved Indexing Sources

JCRDM strictly admits references from journals indexed in PubMed, Medline, Scopus, Web of Science, EBSCO, and DOAJ.

12. Copyright & Privacy Statement

Authors who publish with JCRDM agree to the following terms:

• Authors retain copyright and grant the journal right of first publication under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).
• Authors are permitted to enter into separate contractual arrangements for non-exclusive distribution of the published version (e.g., posting to institutional repositories).
• Names and email addresses entered on this journal site will be used exclusively for journal operations and will not be shared with third parties.

13. After Acceptance

• Corresponding authors will receive PDF page proofs for final inspection.
• Prompt response within 48 hours is required to maintain publication schedules.

14. Important Notes

Non-compliance with these author guidelines will lead to instant desk rejection or significant publication delays.