Overview
Medicine and dentistry may seem like two separate fields, but they have a lot in common. Both are concerned with the overall health and wellbeing of patients, and both rely heavily on research to develop new treatments and improve existing ones. Current scientific research in medicine and dentistry is focused on a variety of topics. In medicine, researchers are exploring new treatments for a range of conditions, from cancer to autoimmune diseases to infectious diseases such as COVID-19. They are studying the genetic basis of disease, developing new imaging techniques to diagnose and monitor conditions, and working to develop personalized medicine approaches that take into account each patient's unique genetic profile. In dentistry, researchers are focused on developing new materials and techniques to improve oral health outcomes. They are exploring the underlying causes of conditions such as gum disease and tooth decay, and developing new treatments to prevent or reverse these conditions. They are also working on developing new approaches to replace missing teeth and restore oral function for patients with dental implants or other prosthetic devices. Overall, current scientific research in medicine and dentistry is aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of patients. Whether through new treatments or innovative approaches to diagnosis and prevention, researchers are working to develop new tools and techniques to help patients live longer, healthier lives. With ongoing advances in technology and a growing understanding of the underlying mechanisms of disease, we can expect to see continued progress in these fields in the years to come.
Research published in this journal
2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
How this research is being cited
The 2 articles above have been cited 40 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
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2026 · Primary Health Care Research & Development
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2026 · Advances in Medical Education and Practice
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2026 · Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health
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2026 · Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning
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2026 · SSM - Health Systems
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2026 · PLOS One
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Nur Syafiqah Saime et al. · 2025 · British Journal of Midwifery
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O.-F. Giger et al. · 2025 · Digital Health
A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Medicine and Dentistry, linking to each citing work.