The density of dentists licensed to practice in Germany is forecasted to gradually increase from 1.27 health professionals per thousand persons in 2024 to 1.31 in 2028. This forecast reflects consistent annual increases of approximately 0.79% yearly. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is projected to be approximately 0.78%. As of 2023, this density was lower than the forecasted 2024 figure, indicating a trend of sustained growth in dentist density.
Future trends to watch for include potential influences from demographic changes, healthcare policy shifts, and technological advancements, which could accelerate or decelerate this growth, affecting overall healthcare access and practitioner distribution in Germany.
