The total number of 10% top-cited scientific publications in Orthodontics in India was 2.80 in 2023. This figure is forecasted to rise marginally to 2.84 by 2028, reflecting a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 0.28%. Notably, there is virtually no year-on-year variation from 2024 through 2025, and only slight increases in subsequent years, indicating stable performance with limited growth.

Future trends to watch for include:

Adoption of advanced technologies and innovative research methods that may drive more impactful publications.
Increased collaboration with international research entities, potentially raising citation rates.
The potential impact of policy changes and funding in the Indian scientific domain.