The share of scientific publications in the U.S. among the world's top 10% most-cited in dentistry is forecasted to gradually increase from 13.53% in 2024 to 13.76% in 2028. In 2023, this value was slightly lower. The year-on-year growth is expected to be consistent yet modest, with average annual increases around 0.43% observed over the forecast period.

Future trends to watch include:

Potential impact of advancements in dental technology and research funding on publication influence.
Changes in global collaboration patterns and their influence on citation metrics.
The role of interdisciplinary approaches in boosting citation rates in dental research.