The number of professionally active dentists in France is projected to steadily grow from 46.64 thousand in 2024 to 48.2 thousand in 2028. The year-on-year variation showcases a consistent trend upwards: 0.92% from 2024 to 2025, 0.87% from 2025 to 2026, 0.78% from 2026 to 2027, and 0.73% from 2027 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years signals an average increase of approximately 0.83% per year.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of technological advancements in dental care, shifts in healthcare policies, and changing demographics which could influence both the demand for dental services and the supply of dental professionals in France. Attention should also be paid to how emerging trends in educational paths and specialized training might affect the profession.
