The density of professionally active dentists in Italy shows a constant increase from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the value was 870.0 professionals per 100,000 persons. Forecasts for subsequent years indicate progressive growth, with 2024 reaching 880.0, 2025 at 890.0, 2026 at 910.0, 2027 at 920.0, and 2028 peaking at 940.0 professionals per 100,000 persons.
Year-on-year variations are as follows:
- 2024/2023: 1.15%
- 2025/2024: 1.14%
- 2026/2025: 2.25%
- 2027/2026: 1.10%
- 2028/2027: 2.17%
The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the forecasted period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 1.53% per year.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in dental care, changes in population demographics mainly due to an aging population, and healthcare policies impacting the number of practicing professionals. Additionally, monitoring emerging areas of specialization and their acceptance by both professionals and the public will be crucial in understanding the evolving landscape of dental healthcare services in Italy.
