Nigerian Dental Journal

The Nigerian Dental Journal (NDJ) is the official publication of the Nigerian Dental Association. The NDJ is dedicated to promoting the advancement of oral health in Nigeria through the dissemination of original research and review articles, as well as case reports and other relevant information for dental professionals. The Nigerian Dental Journal publishes peer reviewed, scientific articles relevant to the needs of dental, medical and other health professionals in Nigeria and other parts of the world. Accepted publications include clinical papers, research papers, review papers, technical notes (surgical techniques, technical innovations), case reports and letters to the Editor. The journal is committed to publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed content that is relevant to the practice of dentistry in Nigeria and other African countries. The NDJ is published biannually and is available in both print and online formats. With a focus on providing a platform for the sharing of new knowledge and ideas, the NDJ is a valuable resource for dentists, researchers, and other oral health professionals in Nigeria and beyond. Indexing and archiving: The NDJ is currently indexed by African Journals Online (ajol.info) We are an Open Access journal with effect from January 2023. Our new and archived materials are freely available free of charge on open basis. Copyright © 1999 The authors. This work, Nigerian Dental Journal by Nigerian Dental Association is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. The Nigerian Dental Journal allows authors to deposit versions of their research work in any institutional personal repository of their choice. ISSN:0189-1006