The Journal of Clinical Advances in Dentistry (JCAD) operates under a Gold Open Access model. To cover the costs of high-quality peer review, editorial management, digital publishing, archiving, indexing, and global dissemination, Article Processing Charges (APCs) are applied upon acceptance. There are no submission fees or hidden costs.

APC Structure

APCs vary depending on the type of article and discipline category:

What the APC Covers

• Editorial and administrative support
• Rigorous double-blind peer review
• DOI registration and CrossRef linking
• Indexing in major databases
• Long-term digital archiving (Portico, PKP PN)
• Unlimited online access and downloads

Waivers and Discounts

JCAD provides APC waivers or discounts for authors from low-income and lower-middle-income countries, as defined by the World Bank. Early-career researchers and authors facing financial constraints may also apply for partial waivers.

Payment Process

1. Invoice issued upon acceptance of the manuscript
2. Payment made via secure online methods or bank transfer
3. Receipt and confirmation provided upon clearance

Refund Policy

APCs are generally non-refundable once publication begins. Exceptions for duplicate payments or publisher error are handled under the Refund Policy.

Additional Costs

JCAD does not charge for color figures, supplementary data, or page limits. Optional services such as hard-copy reprints may incur additional charges.

Funding and Institutional Support

Authors are encouraged to use institutional, departmental, or grant funding for APCs. Many global funders and institutions support open access publishing.

FAQs

When do I pay the APC?

After manuscript acceptance, before publication.

Are APC waivers automatic?

No, authors must apply during submission or review.

Does APC payment guarantee publication?

No, manuscripts must pass peer review. APCs are charged only after acceptance.