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According to the International Association of Dental Traumatology (IADT), TDIs involve injuries to the teeth, periodontal tissues, alveolar bone, and associated soft tissues. We aimed to determine the frequency of dental consultations and orofacial injuries in high-performance athletes. Methods A systematic review was conducted according to PRISMA 2020 guidelines and registered in PROSPERO (CRD451763). Twelve electronic databases and grey literature sources were searched. Studies reporting traumatic dental injuries or orofacial trauma in athletes participating in Latin American multi-sport events were eligible. Results A total of 815 records were identified and one study met the inclusion criteria. The included study evaluated athletes receiving dental care during six editions of the Central American and Caribbean Games. Among 279 athletes, acute dental and orofacial conditions accounted for 6% of consultations. The main reasons for seeking dental care among the 279 athletes included mouthguard fabrication, resolution of acute dental and orofacial conditions, restorations, and dental evaluations. Reported injuries included dental fractures, tooth avulsion, lip injuries, and jaw fractures associated with sports participation. Conclusions The available evidence is insufficient to estimate the prevalence of traumatic dental injuries and orofacial trauma among athletes participating in Latin American multi-sport events. The only eligible study identified was based on dental-service utilization rather than population-based surveillance. 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Clarity and accuracy of presentation: Partial The abstract states the search was conducted in December 2024, while the methods list December 2022. Furthermore, the article states that studies from 1980\u20132022 were included, but also states there was no time limit. The cited literature is quite relevant, but not yet fully \u201cup-to-date.\u201d Some key references are outdated.  RESPONSE: The text has been corrected for spelling and grammar errors, following the cited comments. Where possible, and given the lack of current evidence on the topic in the region, the references appear to be outdated; therefore, they have been updated.   2. Research design and technical quality: Partial Because only one study was included, this article is more accurately described as a narrative synthesis of limited evidence than a systematic review capable of estimating prevalence. The included study is not truly a population prevalence study of athletes, but rather data on dental consultations among athletes who visited a healthcare provider. The denominator is not all athletes at risk, but rather athletes seeking dental care. Therefore, the term \u201cprevalence\u201d requires great care.  RESPONSE: We agree with the comments, and the study's objectives, title, results, interpretation, and conclusion have been reorganized. This comment aligns with that of the other reviewer and is an important point to consider, as a single study and the available evidence are insufficient to estimate prevalence. This has also been acknowledged in the limitations.   3. Detailed methods and analysis for replication: Partial The methods are not detailed enough to be replicated. The authors cite 12 databases\/sources but do not provide complete search strings for each. The Boolean strategy is also ambiguous, particularly the combination &quot;Latin America OR Pan American AND multi-sport event.&quot; Furthermore, the PRISMA numbers are inconsistent: the flowchart shows 815 records, while the results list 798 articles. This needs to be corrected.  RESPONSE: The wording has been reviewed and the search terms used have been updated in both Spanish and English. Inconsistencies in the text have also been addressed.   4. Statistical analysis and interpretation: Partial The use of SPSS is not very meaningful in this context. The analysis should be described as descriptive narrative, not as if there were a complex statistical analysis. The interpretation also needs improvement. Data on 18 cases of acute conditions from 279 dental consultations should not be directly interpreted as the prevalence of dentoalveolar trauma in all athletes.  RESPONSE: This section has been corrected, and descriptive-narrative analysis has been adopted as the primary approach. Additionally, the study did not estimate prevalence because only one study was found; therefore, the scope has changed. Please review the adjustments.   5. Availability of source data: Partial The article states no source data for this article but provides a PRISMA checklist on Figshare.  RESPONSE: The data sources are indicated in the article and the PRISMA checklist for this study is already described in the \u201cReporting Guidelines\u201d section and can be consulted at: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.6084\/m9.figshare.31875943   6. Are the conclusions supported by the results? Partial Some statements in the abstract are too strong, for example, stating that this review provides insight into prevalence. With only one study based on dental consultations, the article cannot yet draw conclusions about population prevalence.  RESPONSE: We agree with the reviewer on this point, and the entire document has been adjusted to be more specific regarding the prevalence estimate\/dental visits.   Points to improve for scientific validity of the article  Authors need to clarify the primary outcome: whether the assessment is trauma prevalence, dental consultation frequency, or trauma frequency among dental service users. Authors also need to correct inconsistencies in search dates, number of articles, and inclusion period.  RESPONSE: The main outcome of the study is the frequency of trauma among users of dental services. Furthermore, errors in the text and consistency of the stated objectives have been corrected. We appreciate your review and believe it has improved the quality of the revision.","URL":"https:\/\/f1000research.com\/articles\/15-554\/v2#referee-comment-16497","order":2,"name":"referee-comment-16497","label":"Referee Comment","group":{"name":"article-reports","label":"Article Reports"}},{"value":"10.5256\/f1000research.204809.r509245, Rodrigo Ernesto Salazar Gamarra, Universidad Cient\u00edfica del Sur, Lima, 27 Aug 2026, version 2, indexed","URL":"https:\/\/f1000research.com\/articles\/15-554\/v2#referee-response-509245","order":3,"name":"referee-response-509245","label":"Referee Report","group":{"name":"article-reports","label":"Article Reports"}},{"value":"The author(s) declared that no grants were involved in supporting this work","order":4,"name":"grant-information","label":"Grant Information"},{"value":"This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution Licence, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.","order":0,"name":"copyright-info","label":"Copyright"}]}}