The forecast for employment in the US medical and dental instruments and supplies sector projects a stable growth from 2024 through 2028. In 2023, the number of persons employed stood at 358,000. From 2024 to 2025, employment is expected to grow by approximately 0.28%, followed by a 0.56% increase from 2025 to 2026. The trend continues with a 0.28% growth from 2026 to 2027, and remains consistent with another 0.28% growth from 2027 to 2028. Over five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is estimated to be around 0.31%.

Future trends to watch for:

Technological advancements in medical instruments driving workforce skill diversification.
Potential legislative changes impacting the healthcare sector labor market.
Increased demand for innovative dental supplies as the population ages.