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Research Reports :
State the problem and objectives clearly, describe the methods
and materials in detail, report the results clearly using the
minimum number of figures and tables; and, bearing in mind
previous published work, discuss these results, the conclusions,
and the clinical implications.
Clinical Case Reports :
Discuss a clinical challenge; describe the treatment
method and discuss the results in light of previously published
methods of treatment of individual patients.
Literature Reviews :
Record the sequence of development of a particular
aspect of periodontology in detail, as briefly and succinctly as
possible. The review should cover the topic completely and be
thoroughly referenced. At least one contributing author of a
review must have personal experience with relevant research.
Letters to the Editor :
Letters may address relevant matters of concern to the
membership of the International Academy of Periodontology or
offer constructive criticism of articles published by the
Journal. Letters must be concise and signed. If the letter
comments on a published article, it should contain appropriate
references. The letter will be referred to the author(s) of the
original work so that they will have an opportunity to respond.
Editorials :
Editorials may be solicited from
authorities to provide a unique perspective on published
articles, or to comment on other items of interest to the
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