Dental Chair Market Analysis

Dental Chair Market Analysis

The dental chair mounted unit segment was valued at USD 760 million in 2022 led by the several advantages provided by dental chair mounted units. These units are easily adjustable to match the patient convenience and deliver satisfactory results. This equipment offer mobility to certain extent, unlike the fixed ceiling mounted chairs. Additionally, these chairs offer a broad range of functional versatility and the ability to employ a set of dental equipment on the console. These features spur the preference for this dental equipment and are poised to expedite the segment growth in the coming years.

The powered dental chair segment is anticipated to witness 6.5% growth rate through 2028. Powered chairs provide significant convenience and accuracy. These chairs have high precise control, are resilient to temperature alterations, and adapt rapidly to such changes. This provides the dental professionals the capability to adapt and reposition with greater accuracy & ease. In addition, the powered chairs employ pre-programmed settings that reduces the need for manual intervention and enhances time management. Further, this equipment lowers the need for maintenance and requires less downtime during repairs.

The electromechanical segment in the dental chair market crossed USD 524 million in 2021. Electromechanical chairs incorporate motors to operate the movement and positioning of the dental chair. These systems have safety precaution mechanism including actuators that halt the operation and lock the chair during sudden power cut to eliminate accidents. Other advantages of these chairs include that they support variable range of weights, can be easily installed & maintained, and are environmentally friendly.

The dental chair market for portable configuration segment accounted for around 28% of revenue share in 2021 and is predicted to reach USD 788 million by 2028. This substantial segment demand is majorly attributed to numerous clinical benefits offered by portable and mobile chairs. Portable dental chair is lightweight and easy to transport. It provides the dental professionals more flexibility and ease in operating, especially while working in remote areas. These chairs are majorly employed in the field operations, community outreach programs, and dental missions. These chairs also provide cost efficiency and saves significant amount of space at dental settings.

The examination segment in the dental chair market is projected to exceed USD 1.83 billion by 2028 owing to the surging prevalence of dental ailments and increasing patient volume at dental facilities. For instance, as per the National Centers for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), in 2020, oral conditions such as oral cancers, periodontal diseases, and dental caries are profound in the developing regions. The rising prevalence of such conditions is estimated to augment the visits at dental clinics for dental examination and treatment. The demand for dental services is expected to continue to grow due to aging population.

The dental chair market for orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics segment are poised to expand at more than 6.7% CAGR till 2028 impelled by the rising incidence of orthodontic conditions including malocclusion. According to the European Journal of Paediatric Dentistry, the global prevalence of malocclusion was anticipated to be approximately 56% in 2020. The highest prevalence was reported in Africa (81%) followed by Europe (72%). The high prevalence of orthodontic ailments is set to promote the demand for orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, thereby driving the segment expansion.

The dental clinics segment accounted for USD 1.17 billion in 2022 owing to the increased awareness regarding oral health and surged number of dental visits in the recent years. The oral health care among adults is significant credited to the increasing geriatric population and changes in oral health status of elderly adults. These demographic factors, with the rising complexity of dental treatment is expected to promote the need for dental clinics, further fuelling the industry value.
 

U.S. dental chair market is predicted to reach over USD 373 million by 2028 driven by the high acceptance of dental chair, rise in incidence of dental ailments, and growing number of dental visits across the country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, from 2015-2018, the proportion of children aged 5-19 years affected with untreated dental caries was approximately 13.2%; while the same disorder affected around 25.9% adults aged 20-44 years. The number of people with untreated dental carries represents substantial target population with highly unmet needs. This would foster the demand for dental procedures, thereby generating need for dental equipment and enhancing the business potential. Moreover, the rise in the number of dental visits is further poised to promote the industry demand.