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Review
. 2023 Dec;9(6):1156-1168.
doi: 10.1002/cre2.801. Epub 2023 Oct 25.

Bibliometric analysis: Root and root canal morphology using cone-beam computed tomography

Mohmed Isaqali Karobari  1 , Beenish Fatima Alam  2 , Raima Bashir  2 , Muhammed Faisal Fahim  3 , Mubashir Baig Mirza  4 , Tahir Yusuf Noorani  5
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Review

Bibliometric analysis: Root and root canal morphology using cone-beam computed tomography

Mohmed Isaqali Karobari et al. Clin Exp Dent Res. 2023 Dec.

Abstract

Objectives: This bibliometric analysis aimed to evaluate the leading nations, authors, journals, institutes, highly cited publications, and most commonly used keywords concerning scientific publications based on root and root canal morphology using the CBCT.

Material and methods: For this bibliometric analysis, an extensive search was carried out on September 25, 2023 using the Scopus database. Pertinent articles in the field were scrutinized after applying inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data were evaluated using Vosviewer and Microsoft Excel.

Results: A literature search revealed the initiation of scientific publication in 2008. Significant contributions made by Saudi Arabia, India, and China concerning the number of publications were seen. Similarly, Jazan University from SA was recognized as the leading institute. The Journal of Endodontics was the leading journal, while authors JNR Martins and G Gambarini produced the highest number of papers.

Conclusions: This bibliometric analysis demonstrated that scientific publications have increased tremendously since 2008. Significant contributions have been made by developing and developed nations. The Journal of Endodontics and Jazan University have been identified as the leading journal and institute.

Keywords: dental anatomy; dental diagnostic imaging; dental pulp; endodontics.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

Figures

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Figure 1
Four‐phase flow diagram of data extraction and filtration process of publications related to root and root canal morphology using the CBCT. CBCT, cone‐beam computed tomography.
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Figure 2
Scientific publications and citations trend from 2008 to 2023.
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Figure 3
Leading countries.
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Figure 4
Countries making significant contribution.
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Figure 5
Collaborative network of author's publications from different organizations.
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Figure 6
Leading journals.
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Figure 7
Leading authors.
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Figure 8
Commonly used keywords.
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Figure 9
Three‐factor plot displaying the relationship among keywords (right), countries (middle), and journal (left) focusing on root canal morphology.
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Figure 10
Thematic evolution of keywords.
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