Publisher:
- Parent Journal: AJO-DO Clinical Companion is a related publication of the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (AJO-DO).
- Publisher: The American Association of Orthodontists.
Publication Frequency:
- Bimonthly: Published every other month.
Focus:
- Clinical Orthodontics: Dedicated to excellence in clinical orthodontics.
- Applied Science: Emphasizes applied science, with attention to advances in orthodontic treatment.
Content Areas:
- Comprehensive Coverage: Covers all aspects of orthodontic treatment.
- Practice Management: Includes topics such as practice management, diagnostic procedures, treatment planning, and imaging techniques.
- Orthodontic Materials: Addresses materials used in orthodontics.
- Innovative Strategies: Explores innovative strategies, including aligners and temporary skeletal anchorage devices.
- Orthognathic Surgery: Covers orthognathic surgery and treatments for TMJ disorders.
- Specialized Areas: Addresses areas like craniofacial treatments, sleep apnea, and more.
Illustrations and Visuals:
- Visual Elements: Includes photographs, illustrations, graphs, and tables to enhance understanding.
Case Reports:
- Key Focus: Case reports are a centerpiece, and follow-up articles on previously reported cases are featured.
- Expert Insights: Expert orthodontists contribute articles describing successful treatment strategies.
Language: English
Audience:
- Orthodontic Community: Targeted at professionals involved in education, research, and patient care in the orthodontic community.
Publication Strategy:
- Addressing Backlog: A response to the backlog of accepted articles in AJO-DO, aiming for more timely dissemination of valuable information.
Science Focus:
- Applied Science Emphasis: While AJO-DO continues reporting on foundational science, AJO-DO Clinical Companion focuses more on applied science.
Accessibility:
- Online Access: Readers have online access to featured information and original peer-reviewed articles.
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