European Dentists Professionally Active by Country

Based on the data for 2023, Liechtenstein has the highest number of professionally active dentists per hundred thousand persons at 159.27, experiencing a year-on-year variation of 1.7%. Bulgaria follows closely with 152.13 dentists and a 2% increase. Lithuania, Cyprus, and Romania show notable values of 121.31, 119.45, and 106.79 respectively, with Romania having a significant 4.79% year-on-year rise. Norway's figures stand at 103.48 with minimal growth, whereas Germany showcases a slight decline at -0.16% to a value of 88.89. Western European countries such as Italy and Sweden display moderate values of 91.49 and 81.72 but face contrasting year-on-year changes. Notably, countries like Macedonia and Montenegro are witnessing reductions, with Montenegro's drastic decline at -7.47%.

Future trends to watch include the potential growth in Eastern European countries due to increased investment in healthcare infrastructure and education. Conversely, Western European nations may experience stabilizing or declining trends influenced by market saturation and evolving healthcare policies. Monitoring innovation in dental technology and cross-border collaborations will also be essential in analyzing future shifts in the professional landscape.