The forecasted data indicates a steady decrease in the population per dentist graduate in Italy from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the ratio stood slightly above 65.49 thousand persons per graduate. The year-on-year decline of approximately 1.54% suggests a positive trend towards a better dentist-to-population ratio. With a consistent annual decline, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is projected to be around -1.56%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of healthcare policy changes on educational output and quality of new dentists entering the workforce.
Population dynamics, such as aging and urbanization, influencing demand for dental services.
Technological advancements in dentistry that may alter service delivery models and graduate needs.