# Advancing Dental Research: From Biomaterials and Precision Dentistry to Population-Based Oral Health and Service Delivery
> Mude A.H.

URL kanonis: https://discover.unhas.ac.id/publications/pub_scopus_105048301784
Jurnal / Konferensi: Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science
Tahun terbit: 2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.65844/2503-0825.1500
ISSN: 25030817
Kuartil SJR: Q3
Citations: 0

## Authors
- Mude A.H.

## Abstract
Objective: This editorial review aims to synthesize the thematic contributions of 14 manuscripts published in Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science Volume 11 Issue 1, and to identify emerging scientific trends across contemporary dental research. Methods: A descriptive thematic review was conducted by systematically analyzing the titles, abstracts, study objectives, methodologies, and key findings of all included manuscripts. Articles were grouped through qualitative synthesis into major thematic categories to capture the shared scientific directions and methodological patterns. Results: The analysis identified six major thematic clusters: (1) biomaterials and oral tissue regeneration, (2) oral hygiene, saliva, microbiology, and vulnerable populations, (3) oral pathology and molecular evidence mapping, (4) precision dentistry and imaging guided procedures, (5) orthodontics, craniofacial morphology, and smile aesthetics, and (6) dental public health and health financing. Across these clusters, several consistent trends emerged, including the increasing use of bioactive materials for tissue regeneration, expansion of imaging guided and minimally invasive procedures, integration of molecular and bibliometric approaches in disease research, and growing attention to population based oral health and service delivery systems. Conclusion: The manuscripts collectively demonstrate the multidisciplinary evolution of dental science, integrating biological innovation, digital technologies, and health system perspectives. This convergence reflects a shift toward translational and patient centered dentistry, which connects laboratory research, clinical applications, and public health impacts.

## Keywords
- Thematic analysis
- Oral health
- Medicine
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Thematic map
- Dentistry
- Service delivery framework
- Public health
- Medical education
- Population
- Hard tissue
- Craniofacial
- Service (business)
- Medical physics
- Alternative medicine
- Oral and maxillofacial surgery
- MEDLINE
- Precision medicine
- Population health
- Psychology
- Dental public health
- Qualitative research
- Scientific literature
- Dental plaque
- Narrative review
- Nursing
- Restorative dentistry

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