202602 | North China and Southwest Take Over, East Slows Down, National Dental Institutions Net Increase to 287

In February 2026, the registration status of dental medical institutions nationwide showed significant changes. The number of new registrations was 440. Although this represents a decrease of 533 compared to the previous month, the reduction in closures indicates the market has not expanded correspondingly. Overall, the net growth of 287 institutions reflects that the momentum for opening new practices is the primary driver, especially under the seasonal influence of the Spring Festival.

Registrations in North China and Southwest China became the main support, while eastern coastal provinces were significantly impacted, with a notable decline in registration volume. The low-growth trend in first-tier cities continues, and the peak registration volume for individual provinces has also noticeably narrowed. This series of changes reveals the challenges and opportunities the industry faces in the current environment...

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