The forecasted number of professionally active dentists in Germany shows a steady increase from 2024 to 2028, starting at 75.94 thousand persons in 2024 and reaching 77.8 thousand persons in 2028. This represents a year-on-year growth rate ranging from 0.6% to 0.75%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is approximately 0.61%. As of 2023, the number of active dentists stood at 75.5 thousand persons. This increasing trend indicates a stable growth in the profession, likely driven by an increasing demand for dental services and improvements in healthcare infrastructure.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in dental care, increasing focus on preventive care, and changes in demographic patterns that may influence the demand for dental services. Additionally, policies aimed at improving healthcare access may further boost the number of practicing dentists in the coming years.
