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Effective Scientific Writing

Katy Battani and Jacquelyn L. Fried
American Dental Hygienists' Association August 2025, 99 (4) 61-65;
Katy Battani
National Maternal and Child Oral Health, Resource Center, Department of Pediatrics, Georgetown University, Washington, DC, USA
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Jacquelyn L. Fried
University of Maryland, School of Dentistry (retired), Baltimore, MD, USA
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Abstract

Effective scientific writing is a keystone to success in higher education. To excel and advance, aspiring academicians need to master the art and science of scientific writing. The following brief report describes the types of manuscripts accepted by research publications. More specifically, it highlights the parts of a research report, their inclusions, and guidelines on how to write them effectively and comprehensively. Suggestions on the writing process are also provided. Mastering scientific writing has a steep learning curve that requires perseverance, practice, collegiality, and hours of revising and editing.

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  • scientific writing
  • research reports
  • communication skills
  • Received April 30, 2025.
  • Accepted June 1, 2025.
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