202605 | Net Increase of Dental Institutions Nationwide Reaches 801, Down Approximately 31% Month-on-Month

The dental market in May saw a notable correction. The number of new institutions dropped sharply by 13.5% compared to April, while the number of closures surged to 274, more than doubling. Overall net growth narrowed to 801 from the previous high, a decline of approximately 31% month-over-month.

From a provincial perspective, Shandong, Guangdong, Hebei, Henan, and Sichuan remained the main drivers of new additions. However, Beijing has experienced net negative growth for several consecutive months, highlighting a widening divergence between municipalities and leading provinces. The industry is shifting from "quantitative expansion" to "structural differentiation," and the underlying drivers warrant deep reflection.

...

This content is available to DentalGoodNews Pro members. Subscribe to read full article