Primary Dental Journal
Primary Dental Journal
Primary Dental Journal (PDJ) is the College’s quarterly peer-reviewed journal, distributed in print to our members. Uniquely dedicated to general dental practice, up to three themed issues in each annual volume explore fields of interest and relevance to the primary care dental team, with 1-2 general issues covering a wide range of topics. Indexed in PubMed/MEDLINE and Scopus, over 1,400 papers past and present are also available online to College members through the PDJ Library and in over 10,000 academic institutions worldwide.
Translating current evidence into best practice, PDJ is an indispensable and practical resource for the entire dental team, with each edition offering a valuable update on an area of practice within the context of general dental care. Featuring clinical articles, editorials and updates from the College, it is widely recognised as a leading resource for GDPs and DCPs working in primary care.
Submissions
We consider speculative submissions for publication. These would usually need to align with our upcoming themes (see below). For a complete and up-to-date list of deadlines, or to express an interest in submitting an article, please email the Managing Editor. Our Author Instructions document (PDF), which sets out the requirements for submission, can be accessed here. Early submissions are encouraged.
- Spring 2025: General dentistry
Deadline: 30 July 2024 - Summer 2025: Oral medicine
Deadline: 30 October 2024 - Autumn 2025: Leadership
Deadline: 7 January 2025 - Winter 2025: Temporomandibular disorders
Deadline: 7 April 2025 - Spring 2026: General dentistry
Deadline: 7 July 2025 - Summer 2026: *to be confirmed*
Deadline: 7 October 2025
Please note that these schedules and themes are subject to alteration at the discretion of the editorial team.
Peer review
Articles are accepted or rejected, subject to peer review. Each paper is reviewed both externally and internally by a minimum of two reviewers. If you are interested in peer reviewing for PDJ, please email the Managing Editor with a summary of your area(s) of interest and expertise.
Subscribe to PDJ
Annual subscriptions are available to non-members (in print format and/or online) on an individual or institutional basis. Please contact SAGE if you would like to subscribe.
| Subscription | Rate | College Member |
| Individual print (single issue) | £41 | — |
| Institutional print (single issue) | £62 | — |
| Individual print (annual) | £125 | — |
| Institutional print (annual) | £225 | — |
| Institutional online (annual) | £196 | — |
| Individual print & online (ongoing) | — | FREE |
| Institutional print & online (annual) | £230 | — |
| Online single issue (24 hours) | £141.14 | — |
Advertising opportunities
If you are interested in promoting your product or service in PDJ, please email SAGE for rates and availability.
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