AJO-DO Clinical Companion: Volume 1 (Issue 1 to Issue 4)

Publisher:

• Affiliation: The AJO-DO Clinical Companion is affiliated with the American Association of Orthodontists.

Publication Frequency:

• Bimonthly: Published every other month.

Scope:

• Focus on Clinical Orthodontics: Dedicated to excellence in clinical orthodontics, emphasizing applied science.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Covers various aspects of orthodontic treatment, including practice management, diagnostic procedures, treatment planning, imaging techniques, orthodontic materials, innovative strategies (aligners, temporary skeletal anchorage devices), orthognathic surgery, TMJ disorders, craniofacial treatments, sleep apnea, and more.

Audience:

• Orthodontic Community: Targets professionals involved in education, research, and patient care in the field of orthodontics.

Content Areas:

• Original Peer-Reviewed Articles: Features original articles with a focus on applied science and clinical orthodontics.
• Illustrations: Includes photographs, illustrations, graphs, and tables to enhance content.

Case Reports:

• Central Focus: Case reports are a centerpiece of the journal, providing insights into various orthodontic treatments.
• Follow-Up Reports: Includes articles following up on previously reported cases.

Expert Contributions:

• Insights from Experts: Expert orthodontists contribute articles describing successful treatments they employ.

Language: English

Publication Approach:

• Online Access: Readers have online access to featured information and articles.

Objective:

• Addressing Backlog: Aims to address the backlog of accepted articles and expedite the dissemination of valuable information in the orthodontic community.

Distinguishing Factors:

• Applied Science Focus: While the AJO-DO continues reporting on advances in foundational science, the AJO-DO Clinical Companion directs attention more toward applied science.

Volume 1, Issue 1: Pages 1-100 (June 2021)

Volume 1, Issue 2: Pages 101-178 (August 2021)

Volume 1, Issue 3: Pages 179-230 (October 2021)

Volume 1, Issue 4: Pages 231-288 (December 2021)