In 2023, the share of US scientific publications in dentistry that ranked among the world's top 10% cited stood at 13.48%. In 2024, this figure increased slightly to 13.53%. Projections for the coming years indicate a consistent upward trend, with an average annual increase of 0.06%, reaching 13.76% by 2028. This steady growth reflects a positive and ongoing enhancement in the impact and relevance of US dentistry publications.

Future trends to watch for include:

The impact of emerging technologies and methodologies in dental research on citation rates.
Increasing collaboration and interdisciplinary studies that may enhance research visibility and citation.
The possible influence of open-access publications in expanding reach and citations.