Journal profile · DENTISTRY, ORAL SURGERY & MEDICINE-SURGERY
Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal
ISSN 1545-1569 · American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association · UNITED STATES · Founded 1991
Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal: CAS Zone 4 · Medicine (2025 upgraded edition); impact factor 1.59; hybrid open access; APC about USD 4,150; review 4–8 weeks (community reports); community-reported acceptance: easy; 343 articles in 2025; indexed in SCIE and Scopus; the journal's website says submissions are paused or closed.
The journal's website says submissions are paused or closed: Although the archive no longer accepts new submissions, the established author instructions remain a useful template for developing well-structured academic work. Source ↗Publisher website ·
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal is published by American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association and is in Zone 4 of Medicine in the CAS Journal Ranking (2025 upgraded edition). By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Cleft Lip and Palate Research, Craniofacial Disorders and Treatments and Nasal Surgery and Airway Studies, together about 61.3% of its articles. Its main subfields are Genetics. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
The journal covers the full spectrum of cardiovascular science and clinical practice. Its broad scope ensures relevance for both specialists and generalists involved in the care of patients with cardiovascular diseases. From pathophysiology and diagnostics to interventional procedures and long-term management, the publication provides a comprehensive perspective on the modern cardiology landscape.
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Research area (LetPub): DENTISTRY, ORAL SURGERY & MEDICINE-SURGERY
Editorial board by country: none in mainland China; most named Spain 2, Greece 1 (3 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Cleft Lip and Palate ResearchBiochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology36.9%
- Craniofacial Disorders and TreatmentsBiochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology18.6%
- Nasal Surgery and Airway StudiesMedicine5.8%
- Orthodontics and Dentofacial OrthopedicsDentistry5.3%
- Tracheal and airway disordersMedicine3.7%
- Reconstructive Facial Surgery TechniquesMedicine3.2%
- dental development and anomaliesBiochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology2.7%
- Congenital Ear and Nasal AnomaliesMedicine2.5%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Medicine Zone 4
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Medicine | Zone 4 |
| Minor | Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine | Zone 4 |
| Minor | Surgery | Zone 4 |
Top journal: noReview journal: no
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Medicine Zone 4
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Medicine | Zone 4 |
| Minor | Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine | Zone 4 |
| Minor | Surgery | Zone 4 |
Top journal: noReview journal: not marked
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Medicine Zone 4
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Medicine | Zone 4 |
| Minor | Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine | Zone 4 |
| Minor | Surgery | Zone 4 |
Top journal: noReview journal: no
Database indexing
SCIEScopusLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- Impact factor
- 1.59LetPub ·
- CiteScore 2026-06
- 3.7LetPub ·
- SJR 2026-06
- 0.8LetPub ·
- SNIP 2026-06
- 1.64LetPub ·
- h-index
- 67LetPub ·
- h-index
- 125OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 2,669OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 1.34OpenAlex ·
- Self-citation rate
- 29.4%LetPub ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 14.51%LetPub ·
Volume
- Articles per year
- 334LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 5,403 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 287 | 71 | 32 |
| 2025 | 343 | 85 | 373 |
| 2024 | 220 | 55 | 730 |
| 2023 | 216 | 65 | 1,140 |
| 2022 | 239 | 49 | 1,770 |
| 2021 | 296 | 73 | 2,706 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
- Average review time (community reports)
- 4–8 weeksLetPub ·
- Average acceptance (community reports)
- EasyLetPub ·
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Hybrid open accessLetPub
A subscription journal in which authors can pay to publish their article open access.
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OpenAlex | USD 4,150 / GBP 3,043 | — | — |
A hybrid journal charges the APC only when the author chooses open access; publishing under the subscription model is usually free.
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
Article types accepted5
- case reports and case seriesCase reports and case series focus on rare, challenging, or instructive clinical scenarios.Length not stated
- educational contentIn addition to research-focused articles, the journal publishes educational pieces designed to support lifelong learning.Length not stated
- guidelines, position papers, and expert opinionsThe journal also features guidelines, consensus statements, and expert opinions that translate evolving evidence into practical recommendations.Length not stated
- original research articlesOriginal research articles present new findings in cardiovascular medicine, including clinical trials, observational studies, translational research, and health…Length not stated
- review articlesReview articles synthesize existing evidence on important topics such as heart failure management, advances in imaging, or contemporary interventional strategie…Length not stated
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteAuthorship, Publication ethics, License & copyright, Peer review, Plagiarism
- Authorship Authorship and Contributions
Authorship must reflect substantial intellectual contributions. Model summary
Authorship should accurately represent the individuals who have made substantial intellectual contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research. Many journals now encourage or require contribution statements that clarify the roles of each author, supporting transparency and accountability.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Publication ethics Ethical Standards for Authors
Original work, plagiarism avoidance, accurate reporting of data and methods required. Model summary
The historical author information associated with the journal emphasizes high ethical standards, which remain relevant for all scholarly publishing endeavors. Authors are responsible for producing original work, avoiding plagiarism, and ensuring accurate reporting of data and methods. Proper acknowledgment of collaborators, funding sources, and prior publications is essential to maintain academic …
Source ↗Publisher website ·- License & copyright
Permissions and licensing policy for journal content Model summary
Permissions and Licensing Policy for CPC Journal Content
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review Peer Review and Editorial Standards
Peer review process evaluates scientific merit, methodological soundness, originality, and clinical importance. Model summary
A rigorous peer-review process lies at the heart of the journal’s commitment to quality. Submissions are evaluated for scientific merit, methodological soundness, originality, and clinical importance. The editorial standards reflect the journal’s affiliation with the Croatian Cardiac Society and its responsibility to the scientific community and the public. Commitment to Scientific Integrity The e…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Plagiarism Originality and Plagiarism
Manuscripts should reflect the author’s own research and analysis. When building on existing work, authors must provide clear citations and avoid uncredited reuse of text, data, or figures. Tools for similarity checking are widely used across journals, and adherence to originality requirements protects both authors and readers.
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- Publisher
- American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association
- Country or region
- UNITED STATES
- Language
- English
- Founded
- 1991
- ISSN
- 1545-1569
- Society / sponsor
- Croatian Cardiac Society
- Official links
- Journal homepage ↗LetPub
- Submission system ↗LetPub
- Special issues ↗Publisher website
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal
What CAS zone is Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal in?
In the 2025 upgraded edition of the CAS Journal Ranking, Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal is in Zone 4 of Medicine, and in Zone 4 of the minor category Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine / Surgery. In the 2026 Xinrui edition it is in Zone 4 of Medicine. Zones from different editions, and from major and minor categories, are not interchangeable.
What is the impact factor of Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal?
The latest impact factor listed by LetPub is 1.59; CiteScore 3.7, h-index 125.
How long does peer review take at Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal?
Authors report an average review time of 4–8 weeks; the community-reported acceptance is “Easy”. Article statistics cover accepted papers only, publisher figures follow the journal's own definitions, and community reports come from authors' own submissions; none is a promise from the journal.
Where are the editorial board members of Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal based?
Of the 3 board members whose country the journal's board page names, none are in mainland China; the countries named most often are Spain (2) and Greece (1). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal is indexed in SCIE and Scopus.
Is Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal open access, and what is the APC?
Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal is a hybrid journal. For open-access publication: APC about USD 4,150.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, OpenAlex, Publisher website; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-26). Last updated: .