The average for 2019 based on 19 countries was 0.75 dentists per 1,000 people. The highest value was in Lithuania: 1.05 dentists per 1,000 people and the lowest value was in Switzerland: 0.41 dentists per 1,000 people. The indicator is available from 1980 to 2021. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

In 2023, with over 80 professionally active dentists per 100,000 population, Massachusetts was the state with the highest dentist to population ratio. This was followed by Alaska. While California had the highest number of dentist, it came fourth in terms of dentist density by state.

In 2023, the country with the highest number of dentists per capita was Andorra. At that time, there were ** dentists per 10,000 population in Andorra. This was followed by Cuba, Lithuania, and Chile.

In 2022, there were around **** practicing dentists per 100,000 inhabitants in Japan. This was an increase from a rate of **** dental practitioners in 2004.

Switzerland: Dentists per 1,000 people: The latest value from 2019 is 0.41 dentists per 1,000 people, a decline from 0.51 dentists per 1,000 people in 2018. In comparison, the world average is 0.71 dentists per 1,000 people, based on data from 24 countries. Historically, the average for Switzerland from 1980 to 2019 is 0.49 dentists per 1,000 people. The minimum value, 0.41 dentists per 1,000 people, was reached in 2019 while the maximum of 0.53 dentists per 1,000 people was recorded in 2010.

In China, there were 175 dentists per million population in 2020. The dentists density in China was far lower when compared to that in United States (608 dentists per million people) and Europe (810 dentists per million people).

Mexico: Dentists per 1,000 people: The latest value from 2020 is 0.11 dentists per 1,000 people, a decline from 0.13 dentists per 1,000 people in 2019. In comparison, the world average is 0.72 dentists per 1,000 people, based on data from 21 countries. Historically, the average for Mexico from 1990 to 2020 is 0.1 dentists per 1,000 people. The minimum value, 0.05 dentists per 1,000 people, was reached in 1990 while the maximum of 0.14 dentists per 1,000 people was recorded in 2016.

Austria: Dentists per 1,000 people: The latest value from 2020 is 0.58 dentists per 1,000 people, unchanged from 0.58 dentists per 1,000 people in 2019. In comparison, the world average is 0.72 dentists per 1,000 people, based on data from 21 countries. Historically, the average for Austria from 1980 to 2020 is 0.47 dentists per 1,000 people. The minimum value, 0.21 dentists per 1,000 people, was reached in 1980 while the maximum of 0.58 dentists per 1,000 people was recorded in 2019.

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France: Dentists per 1,000 people: The latest value from 2020 is 0.63 dentists per 1,000 people, unchanged from 0.63 dentists per 1,000 people in 2019. In comparison, the world average is 0.72 dentists per 1,000 people, based on data from 21 countries. Historically, the average for France from 2011 to 2020 is 0.62 dentists per 1,000 people. The minimum value, 0.62 dentists per 1,000 people, was reached in 2011 while the maximum of 0.63 dentists per 1,000 people was recorded in 2019.

As of 2023, California, Texas, and New York had the largest number of active dentists working. California was ranked first with over 30 thousand active dentists. Despite having the largest number of dentists working, these states were not necessarily the states with the highest dentists to population ratio.

Dentistry within the U.S. – a supply cliff?

Recent estimates have suggested that the dentistry workforce in the U.S. is lacking by over 10,000 dentists. However, some states host a much higher number of dentists per capita. The top three states with the highest dentist density were Massachusetts, Alaska, and New Jersey. Despite variability across the United States, attractive salaries may be one way to attract more dentists to practice. In a recent survey of dental professionals, dentists that worked in non-solo private practices had some of the highest annual incomes among all dentists.

Dental access and use in the U.S.

Dental use and access are staggeringly low in the United States. However, it is recommended that all people should visit their dentist regularly for cleaning and maintenance even if they have no dental issues. One barrier to dental care can be the high costs attached to some services and the lack of dental insurance to pay for care. While a majority of those that access dental services have some form of coverage to help them pay, a significant proportion of those accessing dental services are not covered by any type of insurance. Recommendations for increasing access to dental services include targeted public health programs, better insurance options, and increasing the dental workforce within the U.S.

This report analyses the number of employed dental practitioners per 100,000 people in Australia. A dental practitioner includes dentists, oral health therapists, dental hygienists, dental therapists and dental prosthetists. Total dental practitioner employment numbers are sourced from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW). The data is then applied to population statistics sourced from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. The data is presented in calendar years.

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Sweden: Dentists per 1,000 people: The latest value from 2019 is 0.78 dentists per 1,000 people, a decline from 0.81 dentists per 1,000 people in 2018. In comparison, the world average is 0.71 dentists per 1,000 people, based on data from 24 countries. Historically, the average for Sweden from 1995 to 2019 is 0.82 dentists per 1,000 people. The minimum value, 0.78 dentists per 1,000 people, was reached in 2019 while the maximum of 0.87 dentists per 1,000 people was recorded in 1995.

Korea Number of Dentists data was reported at 22,561.000 Person in 2014. This records an increase from the previous number of 22,039.000 Person for 2013. Korea Number of Dentists data is updated yearly, averaging 18,624.500 Person from Dec 2001 (Median) to 2014, with 14 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 22,561.000 Person in 2014 and a record low of 13,814.000 Person in 2001. Korea Number of Dentists data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistics Korea. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Korea – Table KR.G071: Health Statistics: Number of Medical Staffs: By Types of Health Care Centre (Annual).

As of October 2023, the prefecture with the highest density of dental practices in Japan was Tokyo Prefecture, with around **** facilities per 100,000 inhabitants. Osaka ranked second with about **** clinics per 100,000 of the population. Dental clinics in Japan Before the European treatment technique for tooth decay was introduced during the westernization movement in the Meiji Era (*********), dental problems were commonly treated by doctors of internal medicine or surgery. The use of dentures improved with time, as bad teeth were mainly extracted instead of treated. The first Japanese dentistry-specialized clinic was opened in 1878 by a man who was licensed as the first 'dentist' in history in Japan. Following the establishment of the Dentist Law in 1948, dentistry in the country further expanded. In the past decade, the total number of dental clinics across the country has remained consistent at close to ** thousand. Most dental practices in Japan are founded by private individuals, followed by clinics owned and operated as medical corporations. Additionally, there were over 1,000 general hospitals with dentistry departments. National expenses on dental treatment Along with the increasing national medical expenditure for medical treatments, national medical expenses for dental treatments have indicated continuous growth. This is said to be due to the rapidly aging social structure of the country. As a result, treatments for the population aged 65 years and over accounted for the highest share of dental care-related investments. To reduce the dental-related medical expenditure, the health ministry and the Japan Dental association conducted the "8020" project and promoted proper dental care to the nation to maintain more than ** teeth at the age of **. In 2017, the rate of Japanese nationals over 80 years old with ** teeth exceeded ** percent. This was the set goal by the health ministry in the second version of the general health policy "Health Japan 21" enacted in 2013.

Dental service providers faced significant revenue fluctuations because of economic challenges and the global health crisis. This led to consumer confidence and disposable income changes, causing many to postpone essential and elective procedures. Despite these challenges and rising wage pressures, the industry experienced a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.4% from 2020 to 2025. However, when the pandemic's impact was excluded, growth from 2019 to 2025 was stagnant. In 2025, revenue is expected to reach $20.3 billion, with a slight drop of 0.1%, reflecting ongoing economic pressures affecting disposable income and consumer confidence.

Rising wages, driven by competition for scarce dental professionals, have been the most crucial factor that reduced profit. Although AI and CAD/CAM systems offer cost-saving solutions, uptake varies among practices. Differences in population density and provincial income impact pricing and revenue, influencing practice size and the ability to invest in expensive equipment. Larger practices in affluent urban areas, where patients often have private insurance or can pay out-of-pocket, are better positioned to afford such investments, spreading costs over a more extensive client base than smaller, rural practices. The dental industry is poised for challenges and opportunities in the future. Revenue is expected to climb at a CAGR of 2.8%, reaching approximately $23.2 billion by 2030, with the average dental services provider expecting a slight dip in profit. The evolution of corporate dentistry (where corporations own multiple practices rather than individual dentists) and Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) is changing the industry landscape by offering the benefits of economies of scale and business support to smaller practices. Expanding government-backed initiatives like the Canadian Dental Care Plan will improve access to services for underinsured populations, providing new revenue streams. Advancements in AI, VR and teledentistry are set to enhance service delivery and patient engagement, driving growth in urban markets. By adopting technology and adapting to the declines in population growth in some markets, the dental industry can navigate future revenue volatility by capitalizing on new growth opportunities, including mobile dental services and continued specialization of offices.

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Korea Number of Dentists: General Hospital data was reported at 1,288.000 Person in 2014. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,285.000 Person for 2013. Korea Number of Dentists: General Hospital data is updated yearly, averaging 1,112.000 Person from Dec 2001 (Median) to 2014, with 14 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,288.000 Person in 2014 and a record low of 951.000 Person in 2005. Korea Number of Dentists: General Hospital data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistics Korea. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Korea – Table KR.G072: Health Statistics: Number of Medical Staffs: By Types of Health Care Centre (Annual).