International Journal of Dental Hygiene
Published by John Wiley & Sons
ISSN : 1601-5029 eISSN : 1601-5037
Abbreviation : Int. J. Dent. Hyg.
Aims & Scope
International Journal of Dental Hygiene is the official scientific peer-reviewed journal of the International Federation of Dental Hygienists (IFDH).
The journal brings the latest scientific news, high quality commissioned reviews as well as clinical, professional and educational developmental and legislative news to the profession world-wide.
Thus, it acts as a forum for exchange of relevant information and enhancement of the profession with the purpose of promoting oral health for patients and communities.
The aim of the International Journal of Dental Hygiene is to provide a forum for exchange of scientific knowledge in the field of oral health and dental hygiene.
A further aim is to support and facilitate the application of new knowledge into clinical practice.
The journal welcomes original research, reviews and case reports as well as clinical, professional, educational and legislative news to the profession world-wide.
View Aims & ScopeMetrics & Ranking
Impact Factor
Year | Value |
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2025 | 1.4 |
2024 | 1.60 |
Journal Rank
Year | Value |
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2024 | 9970 |
Journal Citation Indicator
Year | Value |
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2024 | 509 |
SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)
Year | Value |
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2024 | 0.582 |
Quartile
Year | Value |
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2024 | Q2 |
h-index
Year | Value |
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2024 | 51 |
Impact Factor Trend
Abstracting & Indexing
Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.
Subjects & Keywords
Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Dentistry, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.
Most Cited Articles
The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.
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A systematic review of musculoskeletal disorders among dental professionals
Citation: 280
Authors: MJ, D, DR
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The efficacy of manual toothbrushes following a brushing exercise: a systematic review
Citation: 133
Authors: DE, L, NAM, GA
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The efficacy of interdental brushes on plaque and parameters of periodontal inflammation: a systematic review
Citation: 133
Authors: DE, CE, GA
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The efficacy of dental floss in addition to a toothbrush on plaque and parameters of gingival inflammation: a systematic review
Citation: 126
Authors: CE, DE, S, GA
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Professional oral health care by dental hygienists reduced respiratory infections in elderly persons requiring nursing care
Citation: 113
Authors: M, K, S, K
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Impact of early childhood caries on oral healthâ€related quality of life: A systematic review and metaâ€analysis
Citation: 104
Authors: Carlos, Andrea, Montse, Fernando, Gerardo, MarÃa José
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Oral healthâ€related quality of life in children: Part II. Effects of clinical oral health status. A systematic review
Citation: 98
Authors: TS, MBD
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Tongue coating and tongue brushing: a literature review
Citation: 89
Authors: M. M, S. Mantilla, G. A