The dental consumables market has undergone significant transformations, reflecting changing oral health patterns, technological advancements, and prevention-oriented approaches to dentistry. One of the notable trends in this market is an increasing demand for cosmetic and conservative dentistry associated with advanced materials for restorative dentistry usage. Technological innovations have played a pivotal role in shaping Dental Consumables markets, especially the digital dentistry sector. The incorporation of digital technology, especially those integrated with CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design/ Computer Aided Manufacturing), intraoral scanners, and 3D printing, has resulted in the revolutionization of the fabrication of dental restorations as well as prosthetics. This changeover from analog to digital enhances accuracy, customization, and effectiveness in workflow, leading to the ultimate transition from traditional dental consumables towards meeting unique demands required by modern approaches to taking care of teeth.
The current trend in the market involves an increase in demand for preventive products among diagnostic groups using materials such as glass-ionomer types of cement, pit-and-fissure sealants, or fluoride varnishes used every day during tooth brushing; nevertheless, we must take a look at each holistic viewpoint before concluding what would make sense based solely on one perspective. Biocompatible and biomimetic materials are new in the market for Dental Consumables as they imitate teeth structure more closely. These materials include bioactive and regenerative substances used to develop dental types of cement, membranes, etc. This shift is meant to enhance the biocompatibility of dental restorations, hence improving outcomes for patients and guaranteeing success associated with different forms of oral treatments.
The current market has been characterized by an increased preference for disposable or single-use dental consumables caused by concerns about cross-contamination as well as infection control within a dental setting. In order to maintain strict infection prevention protocols, disposables like gloves, masks, and impression trays have to be used to ensure the safety of dental healthcare providers, including their clients. Dental consumables are increasingly becoming eco-friendly and focussed on sustainability. Manufacturers are seeking eco-friendly materials and packaging options in a bid to reduce the adverse environmental effects of these products. Manufacturers have diversified this industry, leading to a variety of products from different players meant for all types of endodontics, periodontics, orthodontic services, and implantology, which equip dentists with an inclusive tool kit sufficient enough to handle any clinical scenario.
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The North America Dental Consumables Market is expected to reach USD 0.0075 Billion by 2032 at 2.7% CAGR during the forecast period 2023-2032.
The COVID-19 outbreak has had a debilitating effect on the North America dental consumables industry to a large extent, with the temporary shutdown of manufacturing facilities and weakened demand. With the primary focus on curbing the spread of SARS-CoV-2 among the healthcare workers, players in North America are concentrating on bolstering their supply chains and accelerating their operations to curb further revenue losses. Additionally, with the gradual lifting up of the lockdown across countries and the novel coronavirus under control, the market could recover quickly in the following years, expects MRFR.
Drivers
Growing Cases of Dental Issues to be a Prime Growth Rendering Factor
The North America dental consumables market can expect tremendous growth over the next several years, mostly due to the soaring cases of dental diseases, surge in road accidents that require dental procedures and the burgeoning elderly population. The escalating government support in terms of research & development, surging healthcare spending and technical advances also benefit the North America market for dental consumables.
Opportunities
Frequent Technological Innovation to be a Lucrative Opportunity
Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) or Computer-aided design (CAD) has gathered considerable grounds in the dental sector, thanks to the significant precision level provided by these technologies with respect to digital orthodontics and dental restoration. CAM/CAD are primarily used to develop dentures, milled crowns, fabricated abutments and bridges, which are majorly used during dental restoration processes. Additionally, these technologies bring down the need for wearing temporary bridges or crowns throughout the duration of the dental restoration treatment, shorten the overall time of the procedure, and helps cut down the number of visits to the dentist.
Challenges
Low Insurance Coverage for Dental Procedures to be a Challenge
Across the developed economies in North America, majority of the insurance providers view dental consumables as a cosmetic product and, therefore, offer reduced to no reimbursements for the treatment and products involved. As a result, a substantial portion of the treatment cost has been to be borne by the patient, owing to which the demand for these high-cost dental procedures can dwindle over the coming years. This scenario can pose a significant challenge to the leading dental consumables vendors in the global market.
Dental Implants to Note Highest Demand
The major types of dental consumables include dental prosthetics, dental implants, dental regenerative material and dental restorative material.
Surging use in several therapeutic areas and the mounting preference for prosthetics have resulted in the dental implants segment to take the lead in the global industry. Prosthetics contribute immensely to the strong demand for dental implants via oral rehabilitation, which facilitates restoration of the facial form as well as oral function of the patient. The growing acceptance of dental implants in North America among patients as well as dental surgeons in view of the limitations associated with removable prosthetics, like lack of natural appearance, higher need for maintenance and discomfort also favor the segment. Prosthetics placed on the dental implants do not affect the soft tissues and also help boost the aesthetics, which further fosters the demand for the same among the patients.
USA to Exhibit Incredible Growth in the North America Market
The dental consumables market in North America is set to touch USD 5,290.9 million by 2023 and should be able to expand at a rate of 6.0% between 2017 and 2023. The US is the most lucrative market for dental consumables, thanks to the large-scale budget allocated for healthcare and the fast adoption rate of modern products and technologies in the country. High concentration of reputed dental consumable companies in the US and Canada and the supportive insurance scenario also fuel the business growth.
U.S has emerged as one of the fastest expanding market for dental consumables, in view of the population increasingly growing conscious about their oral health. People in the country are extremely health conscious and are quite focused on their dental health, which encourages them to spend generously on various dental treatments, further backed by the high knowledge level about the available options.
In the past couple of years, the smile restoration technique has gathered immense popularity among people of every age group, particularly among those in the 40 to 55 years age group. Dental restorations, implantology, orthodontic and whitening & polishing treatment are the fastest gaining segments within the cosmetic dentistry sector in the country. The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)’s report in 2015 revealed that close to 86% of 351 respondents were interested in cosmetic dentistry for improved self-esteem and attractiveness. It has also been noted that Americans expend close to a whopping USD 2.75 billion annually on cosmetic dentistry. Whitening, veneers and bonding are highly popular dentistry cosmetic techniques, which are preferred by almost 84% of the overall respondents in the country.
Firms Use Advanced Technologies to Stay Competitive
The North America dental consumables industry is rife with fierce competition, with the major reason identified as the efforts given by the leading players, in terms of adoption of the modern digital technologies such as intraoral scans, digital tooth set-ups, 3D printers and CAD/CAM appliances. A huge number of firms in the market are focused on indulging in strategic collaborations and expansions to bolster their geographical reach and also boost their sales in developing as well as economically strong regions.
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Recent Developments
Report Overview
The report overview offers an exhaustive dental consumables market research, with prime focus on the top restraints, barriers and opportunities. MRFR outlines the base year, projected period as well as the size during the given period. The market study also comprises some of the key developments post the COVID-19 pandemic and the effects of the novel coronavirus and the subsequent lockdown on the market. The report also throws light on the latest business scenario covering the expected as well as the historical value, in terms of volume and value, technological developments, and the top mechanical lock industry factors that induce growth. Besides, the affluent dental consumables manufacturers coupled with the key strategies adopted by them to stay relevant in the industry are also profiled in the MRFR report.
Scope of the Report
The scope of the dental consumables market research report presents a detailed analysis of the dental consumables industry, outlining a few key segments including the total market share of the leading firms, the market growth rate during the evaluation period and the market size expected to reach by end of the conjectured period.
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