Original Research Article Guidelines
- Font: Times New Roman or Arial
- Font size: 12 pt
- Line spacing: 1.5-spaced
- Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
- Alignment: Justified
- Page numbers: Bottom right
- No extra space between paragraphs
- Use indent (0.5 inch) OR block paragraphs (journal dependent)
- Alignment: Left-aligned
- Word count from 3000 to 6000 words
Structure
1.Title
2.Abstract (Structured 250 words)
Include:
- Background
- Objective
- Methods
- Results
- Conclusion
3.Keywords: 4–6 keywords
4.Introduction
5.Materials and Methods (Critical Section)
Sample:
- Sample size
- Selection criteria
6.Statistical Analysis
7.Ethics (if applicable)
8.Results
9.Discussion
10.Conclusion
11.References
Standard formatting as Vancouver style Example: Smith J, Lee K. Advances in dental adhesives. J Dent Res. 2024; 103:123–130
12.Figures and Tables
- High resolution (300 dpi)
- Clear labels
- Avoid duplication
13.Optional Enhancements
- Graphical abstract
- Highlights (3–5 bullet points)
14.Reporting Guidelines (Important)
Depending on study type:
- CONSORT → clinical trials
- STROBE → observational
- PRISMA → reviews
