Journal profile · Dentistry-Orthodontics
Iranian Journal of Orthodontics
ISSN 1735-5087 · eISSN 2383-3491 · Iranian Association of Orthodontists · Iran, Islamic Republic of
Iranian Journal of Orthodontics: diamond open access (no APC); no APC; review about 6 weeks (community reports); 0 articles in 2025; indexed in Scopus.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
Iranian Journal of Orthodontics is published by Iranian Association of Orthodontists. By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, dental development and anomalies and Dental materials and restorations, together about 50.5% of its articles. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
The Iranian Journal of Orthodontics is an open-access journal that operates with a continuous publication model, ensuring a steady stream of current and relevant information for clinicians, researchers, and professionals in the field of orthodontics. As the official publication of the Iranian Association of Orthodontists, the journal is pivotal in promoting and enhancing orthodontic knowledge and practice within the Iranian community and the global orthodontic landscape. Our journal is dedicated to the dissemination of cutting-edge research and clinical findings that align with technological advancements. By addressing contemporary challenges in orthodontics, we aim to provide valuable insights and solutions that support the ongoing professional development of orthodontists. In our commitment to advancing orthodontic expertise, we prioritize the publication of research that not only meets scientific standards but also has practical applications in clinical settings. This ensures that our readers have access to reliable information that can enhance their practice and contribute to the overall improvement of orthodontic care. Iranian Journal of Orthodontics covers the following topics and areas: Diagnostic procedures, Cleft lip/palate, Facial growth and development, Imaging techniques, Bracket and archwire materials, Extraction and impaction concerns, Orthognathic surgery, TMJ disorders, Removable appliances, Adult orthodontic treatment
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Research area (LetPub): Dentistry-Orthodontics
Editor-in-chief Arezoo JahanbinPublisher website
Editorial board by country: none in mainland China; most named Iran 10, United States 2, Türkiye 2, United Kingdom 1, India 1 (19 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Orthodontics and Dentofacial OrthopedicsDentistry32.7%
- dental development and anomaliesBiochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology9.3%
- Dental materials and restorationsDentistry8.6%
- Dental Radiography and ImagingDentistry7.8%
- Dental Trauma and TreatmentsHealth Professions7.8%
- Forensic Anthropology and Bioarchaeology StudiesArts and Humanities7.4%
- Craniofacial Disorders and TreatmentsBiochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology3.7%
- Cleft Lip and Palate ResearchBiochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology3.4%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CiteScore quartiles (Scopus, June 2026 release)
| Subject | Quartile | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orthodontics | Q4 | 41/53 | 23rd |
Scopus ranks journals by CiteScore within each subject: the 75th percentile and above is Q1, then a quartile every 25 points. A different system from the CAS zones.LetPub
Database indexing
ScopusDOAJLetPub
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
- CiteScore 2026-06
- 0.4LetPub ·
- SJR 2026-06
- 0.14LetPub ·
- SNIP 2026-06
- 0.09LetPub ·
- h-index
- 6OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 1OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 0OpenAlex ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 0%LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 97 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 32 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| 2021 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
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)
- about 6 weeksLetPub ·
- Submission to publication (journal-reported)
- about 6 weeksDOAJ ·
- Peer review
- Double anonymous peer reviewDOAJ
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
Diamond open access (no APC)DOAJ
Every article is open access and authors pay no article processing charge.
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOAJ | No APC | No | CC BY-NC | |
| LetPub | No APC | No | — | |
| Publisher website | Yes, amount not published | — | — |
Other charges and waivers (author guidelines)
- Other fees
- No other fees
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)
What to prepare6 items from the author guidelines
- Abstract
- ≤ 250 words
- Keywords
- 3–6
- Reference style
- Vancouver
- First submission
- Free format: the journal's layout is not required
- Cover letter
- Required
- Not considered
- preprints
Article types accepted5
- case series/reportGuidelines for Case Series/ReportLength not stated
- original articlesGuidelines for Original ArticlesLength not stated
- review articlesGuidelines for Review ArticlesLength not stated
- short communicationsGuidelines for Short CommunicationsLength not stated
- systematic reviews and meta-analysesGuidelines for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysesLength not stated
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteAI use, Conflicts of interest, License & copyright, Peer review, Preprints, Trial registration / reporting guidelines
- AI use 7. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by Authors
Authors may use AI tools only for limited editorial tasks such as grammar correction, language polishing, and reference formatting. These tools must not add ideas, change scientific meaning, or generate any part of the scholarly content (including the introduction, methods, results, or discussion). AI must not be used to create, alter, or simulate research data, images, clinical outcomes, or exper…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Conflicts of interest Conflict of Interest
Declare any potential conflicts of interest. If there are none, you may include: The authors declare no conflicts of interest.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- License & copyright 6. Copyright and License Agreement
Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial License 4.0 Model summary
6.1. Copyright Copyright of the open-access article in the Iranian Journal of Orthodontics is retained by the author(s). Authors grant Iranian Journal of Orthodontics and Sinaweb the license to publish the article and identify themselves as the original publisher. Authors also grant any third party the right to use the article for any non-commercial use, as long as its integrity is maintained and …
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review 3. The review process in the Iranian Journal of Orthodontics
All the manuscripts submitted to the Iranian Journal of Orthodontics go under the initial screening by one of the technical editors before inviting reviewers. The topic of the manuscript will be checked to adapt to the scope of the Iranian Journal of Orthodontics. Incomplete submissions without the required documents will be sent back to the author’s submission dashboard in his/her profile, which …
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Preprints
PRISMA compliance for systematic reviews and meta-analyses Model summary
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses submitted to the Iranian Journal of Orthodontics are screened for compliance with the PRISMA (preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses) guidelines(PRISMA guidelines).
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Trial registration / reporting guidelines
Clinical trial registration required before enrollment Model summary
Iranian Journal of Orthodontics requires that the clinical trials be registered publicly before any participants are enrolled in the study.
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
- Iranian Association of Orthodontists
- Country or region
- Iran, Islamic Republic of
- Language
- English
- ISSN
- 1735-5087
- Electronic ISSN
- 2383-3491
- Society / sponsor
- Iranian Association of Orthodontists
- Official links
- Journal homepage ↗OpenAlex
- Author guidelines ↗LetPub
- Aims & Scope ↗LetPub
- APC information ↗DOAJ
- Open access statement ↗DOAJ
- License & copyright ↗DOAJ
- Peer review process ↗LetPub
- Editorial board ↗LetPub
- Plagiarism policy ↗DOAJ
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Iranian Journal of Orthodontics
How long does peer review take at Iranian Journal of Orthodontics?
Authors report an average review time of about 6 weeks. 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.
What are the manuscript requirements of Iranian Journal of Orthodontics?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Abstract: ≤ 250 words; Keywords: 3–6; Reference style: Vancouver; First submission: Free format: the journal's layout is not required; Cover letter: Required. A model extracted these from the author guidelines and each was checked against the text; check the latest version on the journal's website before submitting.
Where are the editorial board members of Iranian Journal of Orthodontics based?
Of the 19 board members whose country the journal's board page names, none are in mainland China; the countries named most often are Iran (10), United States (2) and Türkiye (2). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index Iranian Journal of Orthodontics?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, Iranian Journal of Orthodontics is indexed in Scopus and DOAJ.
Is Iranian Journal of Orthodontics open access, and what is the APC?
Iranian Journal of Orthodontics is a diamond open-access journal (no APC). It charges no article processing charge.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, OpenAlex, DOAJ, 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: .