The forecast for dentist consultations per capita in Chile shows a declining trend from 2024 onwards. In 2024, the number of consultations is projected to be 0.37, decreasing gradually to 0.30 by 2028. Looking back to 2023, the figure stood at 0.38 consultations per capita.
Year-on-year analysis highlights a gradual decrease: from 2024 to 2025 by approximately 5.41%, from 2025 to 2026 by approximately 2.86%, from 2026 to 2027 by approximately 5.88%, and from 2027 to 2028 by approximately 6.25%. Over the past five years leading up to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) shows an average annual decrease of approximately 4.50%.
Future trends to watch for include changes in healthcare policies, the availability of dental care professionals, public health initiatives focusing on preventative care, and technological advancements in dental treatments which could alter the demand and frequency of consultations.
