The forecasted data for the density of practicing dentists in South Korea indicates a steady increase from 560.0 per 100,000 persons in 2024 to 600.0 per 100,000 persons in 2028. Year-on-year percentage variations are consistent at approximately 1.79%, derived from the annual increments of 10.0 per 100,000 persons. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over these five years is also consistent at around 1.79%.
Given the consistent upward trend, factors to monitor include the impact of new dental schools on dentist supply, changes in healthcare policies, shifts in population demographics, and advancements in dental technology which could influence the demand and distribution of dental professionals.