Key Market Indicators
The number of practising dentists in the United Kingdom is projected to decrease to approximately 28,770 by 2028, down from 32,560 in 2023, representing an average annual decline of 2%. This trend has been ongoing since 2012, with a yearly decrease of 1.4%. As of 2023, the UK ranked fifth globally in this sector, with Poland surpassing it with 32,560 practising dentists. Italy, France, and Poland were the second, third, and fourth-ranked countries, respectively. In terms of dental services expenditure, the UK is expected to see a slight increase, reaching around €6.38 billion by 2028, up from €6.35 billion in 2023. This equates to an average annual growth rate of 0.1%. Since 2018, the demand for dental services in the UK has grown by 0.5% each year. In 2023, the UK was the third-highest spender on dental services, with France overtaking it at €6.35 billion. France, the UK, and Spain held the second, third, and fourth positions, respectively, in this ranking. The market value for dental cement in the UK is forecasted to decline slightly, reaching around $347.47 million by 2028, down from $352.21 million in 2023, indicating an average annual decrease of 0.2%. This market has experienced a consistent yearly decline of 0.2%. Japan, Germany, and France were the second, third, and fourth-largest markets for dental cement, respectively.
