In 2023, the United States maintained its leading position in the global share of top-cited periodontics publications, showing a modest increase of 0.51%. China's share surged significantly by 28.82%, solidifying its position as a major contributor to the field. Countries like Saudi Arabia and France witnessed remarkable growth rates of 62.2% and 41.03%, respectively. Conversely, countries such as Brazil, Australia, and Ireland experienced notable declines, emphasizing regional disparities in scientific influence.
Future trends to watch include the continued rise of China as a major player in scientific research, driven by substantial investments in R&D. The increasing contributions from emerging markets like South Korea and Saudi Arabia reflect a broadening landscape in periodontal research, suggesting a shift towards more diverse geographical representation in future top-cited publications.
Top countries in Total Number of 10% Top-Cited Scientific Publications in Periodontics Share by Country (Units (Publications))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 23.14 | 2023 | +3.31% | +0.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 10.18 | 2023 | +6.9% | +28.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9.12 | 2023 | +2.63% | -2.97% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8.26 | 2023 | +12.47% | +3.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 7.16 | 2023 | +2.44% | +8.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Switzerland | 5.76 | 2023 | +18.62% | +5.57% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 5.4 | 2023 | +3.04% | +17.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 India | 5.16 | 2023 | +22.89% | +2.88% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 4.87 | 2023 | +26.1% | -9.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Japan | 3.88 | 2023 | +22.01% | +3.99% | View data |
