As of December 1, 2024, the United Kingdom has 8,858 dentists, representing a 2.62% increase from 2023. Of these, 6,711 dentists (75.76%) operate as single-owner practices, while 2,147 (24.24%) are part of larger networks. The top three regions with the highest number of dentists are England with 7,628, Scotland with 698, and Wales with 323. On average, dental practices in the UK have been operating for 6 years and 3 months.
