From 2024 to 2025, the number of licensed dentists remains stable at 1.6 thousand per health professionals. By 2026, this number slightly decreases to 1.59, marking a -0.63% variation year-over-year. This trend continues in 2027 and 2028, with the number further dipping to 1.59 and 1.58 thousand respectively. Over these five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is approximately -0.25%.
Future trends to watch include potential changes in educational policies, immigration regulations impacting dentist migration, and advancements in dental technology reducing the need for licensed professionals.
