About the Journal
The Cusp Journal
Indian Dental Association
IDA Leadership
Office bearers across National, State, and Local branches.
Head Office
Uttar Pradesh Branch
Aligarh Branch
Mission and Objectives of IDA
- Promote oral health awareness and education among the public and dental professionals.
- Encourage high standards in dental practice, research, and ethics.
- Facilitate professional development, continuing education, and training for dentists.
- Support interdisciplinary collaboration in oral healthcare and research.
- Represent the Indian dental community at national and international forums.
As the official publication of IDA, the Journal reflects the society's mission by providing a high-quality platform for disseminating scientific knowledge, fostering research, and advancing evidence-based dentistry both nationally and internationally.
Focus and Scope
The Cusp is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to the advancement of dental science and oral health care. We aim to bridge the gap between fundamental research and clinical practice by publishing high-quality evidence that informs dental professionals, researchers, and policymakers.
Disciplines Included:
Article Types
The journal accepts a variety of manuscripts including:
- Original Research Articles
- Systematic and Narrative Reviews
- Clinical Case Reports and Case Series
- Concise Communications
- Commentaries and Opinion Papers
- Technology and Innovation Updates
- Special Issues / Conference Proceedings
Open Access Policy
Immediate open access to content supporting global knowledge exchange. No submission fees or article processing charges (APCs) for IDA Aligarh Branch members.
Sponsorship & Publisher
The Cusp is the official publication of the IDA, Aligarh Branch, which supports it administratively and financially to promote regional and wider dental research.
Copyright Notice
Authors retain copyright and grant the right of first publication under a CC BY License, allowing sharing and adaptation with appropriate credit.
Archival System
Utilizes the LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) system to create a distributed archiving system among participating libraries for permanent preservation.
Privacy Statement
Names and email addresses entered in this journal site are used exclusively for stated purposes and will not be shared with any other party.
Journal History
ISSN: 0973-2837 (Print)