In 2023, Japan's share of the world's top 10% cited publications in oral surgery was positioned higher than the forecasted values from 2024 onwards. The stable forecast from 2024 through 2028 shows a slight decline from 2023, indicating an average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) that is approaching stagnation, with minimal year-on-year variation.

Future trends to watch for include:

The impact of global competitive pressures on Japan's research output in oral surgery.
Government and institutional efforts to boost research quality and innovation to regain higher citation impacts.
Technological advancements and international collaboration opportunities that could influence Japan's standing in high-impact scientific research.