Journal of the Korean Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Review Article

February 6, 2026

Shared Decision-Making in Pediatric Dentistry: Implementation and Challenges

Soyeon Bak

J Korean Acad Pediatr Dent. 2026;53(1):1-10.

Shared decision-making (SDM) is a patient-centered care model in which healthcare professionals and patients jointly participate in treatment decisions based on the patient’s values and preferences. In pediatric dentistry, SDM...

Original Article

February 6, 2026

Factors Associated with Repeated Dental Sedation in Pediatric Patients: A Retrospective Study

Inyoung Kim, Hyuntae Kim, Ji-Soo Song, et al.

J Korean Acad Pediatr Dent. 2026;53(1):11-23.

This study aimed to identify the factors associated with repeated sedation in pediatric patients undergoing dental treatment via a retrospective review of clinical records from 2020 to 2024. A total...

Original Article

February 6, 2026

Dental Care Utilization, Treatment Patterns, and Costs among Pediatric Patients with Rare Diseases: A Multicenter Retrospective Study

Jungmin Eum, Soyoung Park, Jihyun Song, et al.

J Korean Acad Pediatr Dent. 2026;53(1):24-37.

This study aimed to investigate dental care utilization, treatment characteristics, and costs among pediatric patients with rare diseases in Korea. In this multicenter retrospective study, we reviewed records of 275...

Original Article

February 6, 2026

Performance Assessment of Smartooth, a Novel Laser-Based Caries Detection Device, Compared with Conventional Methods in Primary Molars: An Ex Vivo Study

Jin Ah Park, Je Seon Song, Ko Eun Lee, et al.

J Korean Acad Pediatr Dent. 2026;53(1):38-52.

This study aimed to evaluate and compare the diagnostic performance of DIAGNOdent pen (LF pen) and Smartooth (SM) in detecting occlusal and smooth surface caries in extracted primary molars. The...

Original Article

February 6, 2026

Pediatric Traumatic Dental Injuries: A 10-Year Retrospective Analysis of Distribution, Management, and Outcomes

Ju Hong Yong, Hyuntae Kim, Ji-Soo Song, et al.

J Korean Acad Pediatr Dent. 2026;53(1):53-69.

This retrospective study analyzed 1,332 patients (aged 0 – 16) with 2,442 traumatized teeth and 2,671 dental injuries at Seoul National University Dental Hospital from 2015 to 2024. The study...

Original Article

February 6, 2026

Association of Body Mass Index with Dental Maturation in Children Aged 7 ‒ 13

Gyuhee Hyeon, Yugyeong Kim, Bumhee Park, et al.

J Korean Acad Pediatr Dent. 2026;53(1):70-83.

This retrospective study examined the relationship between body mass index (BMI) and dental maturation in Korean children and adolescents. A total of 649 participants aged 7 – 13 were included...

Original Article

February 6, 2026

Three-Dimensional Analysis of the Maxillary Second Premolar in Relation to Ectopic Eruption Types of the Maxillary First Molar Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography

Suji Lee, Jaesik Lee

J Korean Acad Pediatr Dent. 2026;53(1):84-96.

This study evaluated the 3-dimensional position and angulation of the maxillary second premolar germ according to the type of ectopic eruption of the maxillary first molar using cone beam computed...

Original Article

February 6, 2026

Impact of Reimbursement Expansion on Clinical Environment and Caregiver Satisfaction in Dental Care for Pediatric and Adolescent Patients with Disabilities: A Pilot Study at Yonsei University Dental Hospital

So Dam Lee, Ko Eun Lee, Ji Eun Chung, et al.

J Korean Acad Pediatr Dent. 2026;53(1):97-113.

This study aimed to investigate caregivers’ treatment satisfaction and clinical changes after the expansion of the additional reimbursement system for dental treatment for children with disabilities. A cross-sectional survey was...

Original Article

February 6, 2026

Survival Analysis of Stainless Steel Crowns in Children with Early Childhood Caries Treated under General Anesthesia

Hyejin Jung, Yeonmi Yang, Jaegon Kim, et al.

J Korean Acad Pediatr Dent. 2026;53(1):114-124.

The aim of this study is to compare long-term survival, failure patterns, and risk factors of stainless steel crowns (SSCs) versus resin composite (RC) restorations placed on primary molars of...

Case Report

February 6, 2026

Correction of Maxillary Canine-First Premolar Transposition Using Two Distinct Treatment Approaches: Case Reports

Ju Hong Yong, Hyuntae Kim, Ji-Soo Song, et al.

J Korean Acad Pediatr Dent. 2026;53(1):125-138.

Tooth transposition is a rare eruption anomaly that most frequently affects the maxillary canine and first premolar. It can cause impaction, esthetic concerns, and functional problems. Accurate diagnosis and individualized...

Current Issue: Volume 53(1); Feb 2026

Journal of the
Korean Academy of
Pediatric Dentistry

Print ISSN: 1226-8496
Online ISSN: 2288-3819

1,204	Analysis and Consideration of Factors for Predicting Cooperation Levels in Pediatric Dentistry
1,539	Antibiotic Use in Pediatric Dentistry
662	Management of the Maxillary Labial Frenum
316	Tongue-Tie in Children: Clinical Controversies and a Comprehensive Review
687	Modified Mandibular Lingual Arch for Orthodontic Traction of Impacted Mandibular Canine and Premolar: Case Reports