In 2023, the number of professionally active dentists in Poland stood at 2.57 thousand per health professionals. Over the past decade, the number of dentists has experienced fluctuations, ranging from a peak of 2.86 in 2013 to a gradual decline starting in 2016. The trend shows a consistent year-on-year decrease in the last six years, with a CAGR of -0.52% from 2018 to 2023. The forecast up to 2028 indicates a further decline, with a 5-year CAGR of -0.42% and an overall decrease of -2.09% over the period.

Future trends to watch for:

Impact of healthcare policy changes on dental profession recruitment and retention.
Advancements in dental technology potentially reducing the demand for human labor.
Demographic shifts in the population, affecting healthcare needs and dentist workload.
Economic conditions influencing dental practice sustainability and new entries into the profession.