Dental Equipment & Consumables Market Size & Share 2023 to 2032
Market Size by Product (Equipment, Consumables), by End Use (Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Dental Clinics) & Forecast.
Report ID: GMI2234
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Published Date: January 2023
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Report Format: PDF
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Authors:
Mariam Faizullabhoy, Gauri Wani
Dental Equipment & Consumables Market Size
Dental Equipment & Consumables Market size was worth more than USD 30 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow significantly at over 7% CAGR through 2032 owing to the increasing prevalence of oral health problems and dental disorders.
Dental Equipment & Consumables Market Key Takeaways
Market Size & Growth
Key Market Drivers
Challenges
Growing consumption of foods with excess sugar and starch, increasing unhealthy eating habits caused by rising urbanization, and changing standards of living, are some major factors contributing to the growth in dental problems, which is foreseen to drive industry growth. As per WHO Global Oral Health Status Report (2022), about 3.5 billion people worldwide suffer from dental disorders, with 3 out of 4 individuals residing in middle-income nations. Moreover, the availability of Medicare and Medicaid policies creating a favorable reimbursement environment for treatments is estimated to impel the demand for dental operations.
Dental Equipment & Consumables Market Trends
As per the report, the high cost of dental treatment, selective reimbursement criteria depending on the patient's employment, and complex healthcare expenses may limit the dental equipment & consumables market expansion. However, technological advancements, the soaring availability of treatment alternatives, and the rise in the number of beneficial government programs may assist manufacturers in overcoming this barrier in the coming years.
Dental Equipment & Consumables Market Analysis
The report segments the dental equipment & consumables market in terms of product into equipment and consumables. The equipment segment generated over USD 10.5 billion in revenue in 2022. The segment includes dental lasers, dental radiology equipment, laboratory machines, hygiene maintenance, and others. Increased accessibility to advanced equipment coupled with the rising number of dental implants and restorations are slated to boost segment size.
Global Dental Equipment & Consumables Market Share, By End-Use, 2022 (%)
Global market share (%), 2022
Hospitals
27.90%
Ambulatory Surgical Centers
23.20%
Dental Clinics
37.70%
Others
11.20%
Based on end-use, the dental equipment & consumables market share from the hospitals segment generated over USD 8 billion in revenue in 2022 and is expected to progress significantly through 2032. Increasing dental injuries and diseases caused by poor oral health, are expected to stimulate segment growth. Moreover, soaring access to dental operations with modern dental equipment and consumables and affordable hospital consultation and treatment costs, are projected to propel segment expansion.
Latin America dental equipment & consumables market is forecast to account for more than 10.5% of the overall industry revenue by the end of 2032. The report cites that the burgeoning geriatric population, as well as the high prevalence of treatment needs and dental caries among adults and the elderly population, is likely to positively influence the regional market landscape. Furthermore, the segment is anticipated to expand due to a spike in the number of dental clinics and dental professionals delivering high-level dental care services across major cities of Brazil.
Dental Equipment & Consumables Market Share
Some major companies operating in the dental equipment & consumables market are
These companies are leveraging advanced technologies for innovative product debuts to extend their presence internationally. For instance, in March 2022, Dentsply Sirona, a producer of dental equipment, enhanced its market position by introducing DS Core, a new digital platform that consists of two components: DS Core Create, a CAD design service, and DS Core Care, a new service and support offering.
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic
The pandemic had a negative influence on implant dentistry due to mobility restrictions and interruptions in other healthcare services caused by strict lockdowns across major regions. In addition, increased hospitalization rate associated with COVID-19 and the risk of getting infected caused a decline in the number of patient visits for dental care. Furthermore, the economic downturn has resulted in low discretionary spending, limiting customers' ability to undergo costly dental procedures, and thus affecting overall industry revenue.
The dental equipment & consumables market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue in USD from 2018 to 2032 for the following segments:
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