The number of scientific publications in Dentistry in South Korea has seen varied trends over the past decade. As of 2023, the volume stands at 637 publications. Initial years from 2013 to 2017 showed significant growth with a notable peak in 2017, followed by inconsistent trends with slight declines and recoveries thereafter. Year-on-year growth varied significantly, with notable increases and decreases, highlighting volatility. The past two years displayed modest growths of 2.42% and 0.47% respectively.
Over the last five years, the CAGR was modest at 0.71%, showing a stabilization. Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 suggest continued stabilization with minimal growth, achieving a 5-year CAGR of 0.22% and a total growth rate of 1.09%.
Future trends to watch include the impact of technological advancements in research methodologies, increased collaboration between academic institutions, and the influence of government policies on research funding. Monitoring these factors could provide insight into potential changes in publication trends and research productivity in the field of dentistry.
