The Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Infographics

Submission guidelines

Instructions for Authors

Odontographics — Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Infographics

Aims and Scope

Odontographics is a peer-reviewed, open access journal dedicated to publishing visual scientific articles in dentistry, hereafter referred to as Odontographics. Each publication — an Odontographic — is a carefully designed infographic derived from a peer-reviewed scientific paper, selected for its relevance and potential to communicate dental research in a clear, visual, and accessible format.

Our mission is to democratize scientific knowledge by transforming high-quality dental evidence into visual pieces that inform, educate, and inspire.

We invite submissions from:

  • Dental students
  • Licensed dentists
  • Academic institutions
  • Scientific student societies
  • Professional associations

Topics of interest include (but are not limited to):

  • General dentistry
  • Oral public health and promotion
  • Oral-systemic health relationships
  • Dentistry for special populations (children, older adults, pregnancy, etc.)
  • Dental materials, innovation, and digital technologies

Types of Contributions

1. Infographics (Odontographics)

The primary contribution format of this journal. These are visual scientific articles based on a single peer-reviewed article. See “Components of a Submission” for detailed requirements.

2. Perspectives

Essays (primarily by invitation) offering original viewpoints on relevant topics in dental science communication and education.

  • Abstract: ≤200 words
  • Main text: ≤1,000 words
  • Maximum 2 authors
  • Up to 10 current references (DOI required) in Vancouver style
  • Format: Word or PDF
    This format is intended to foster academic dialogue and strategic thinking in the field of evidence dissemination. If you are interested in submitting a Perspective, please contact the Editor at editor[at]odontographics.com.

Source Article Requirements for Infographics

Each infographic must be based on a single scientific article that:

  • Is indexed in PubMed
  • Is published in a Q1 or Q2 journal (Scimago Journal Rank – SJR)
  • Was published within the last 10 years

Articles that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.

Components of a Submission (Infographics)

1. The Infographic

A set of 4 to 6 visual slides designed for wide dissemination on social platforms.

  • Aspect ratio: 4:5 (ideal for Instagram)
  • Format: PNG, TIFF, or BMP (high resolution only; PDF not accepted)
  • Resolution: Minimum 150 dpi (300 dpi preferred), RGB mode
  • Text per slide: ≤50 words

Author identification:
Each infographic must clearly display, in its header or footer, the following:

  • Full names of the authors
  • Main institutional affiliation (exclude faculties, departments, schools or sections)
  • Email of the corresponding author
    This same information must be included in the submission form.

2. Plain-Language Summary

A brief and accessible overview (≤300 words) describing the content and relevance of the original article in non-technical terms for broader audiences.

3. Scientific Citation

The original paper must be cited in Vancouver style, including DOI, and this citation must appear clearly within the infographic.

4. Author’s Note (required)

A paragraph (≤100 words) explaining:

  • Why the article was selected
  • Its significance in the field
  • The reason for translating it into a visual format

Authorship and Supervision

  • At least one author must be a dental student, recent graduate, or licensed dentist.
  • If the submission is led by a student, a licensed dentist must act as co-author and supervisor.
  • Supervisors must provide a formal letter of supervision, indicating the infographic title and the names of supervised students.
  • Student authors must attach a valid certificate of enrollment from their academic institution.

Ethical and Editorial Standards

We uphold the highest standards of scientific integrity. Infographics are considered original derivative works, similar to narrative reviews.

  • Plagiarism, data misrepresentation, or undeclared third-party content will result in immediate rejection.
  • All infographics must be original creations. Reproducing tables, figures, or diagrams from the source article is prohibited unless under open license or with explicit permission.
  • Use of AI-assisted tools (design, writing) is allowed but must be clearly disclosed and cannot replace critical interpretation.
  • We believe honesty is foundational to scientific communication and expect submissions to reflect this value.

Submission Instructions

Submissions must be made using the official online form:

Submit here via Google Forms

You will be asked to upload the following:

  • Infographic file (TIFF, PNG or BMP, 4–6 slides)
  • Plain-language summary (Word or PDF)
  • Vancouver-style reference (with DOI)
  • Author’s Note (Word or PDF)
  • Student certificate (if applicable)
  • Supervisor letter (if applicable)
  • Disclosure of AI use (if applicable)

Editorial Contact

For questions or clarifications, please write to:
Dr. César Rivera — Editor
editor[at]odontographics.com

Publisher

Odontographics is published by Odontographics Academy, a collaborative network of academics devoted to promoting visual science communication in dentistry.

Address
Odontographics Academy
Parcelación Lagunillas, San Bernardino
Pelarco, Zip code 3500000, Chile

Peer Review Process

All submissions are double-reviewed by members of the Editorial Board:

  • Scientific validity and interpretative accuracy
  • Visual clarity and communication effectiveness
    Authors will receive constructive feedback and may be invited to revise their submission.

Article Processing Charges (APCs)

There are no submission or publication fees.
Odontographics is a fully open access journal.