No abstract

The data for this study was retrieved from the WoS platform using the Boolean search string (TS=periodont* OR gingiv*) AND (Year=1989 to 2018). The total number of bibliographic records retrieved was 69952. This study found that the literature growth pattern at the global level to be linear. Journal of Dental Research is the most favored journal; Offenbacher is top contributing author and University of Washington is the top contributing institution. The study also emphasizes the importance of research collaboration among the Periodontists.