Market Trends of Dental Cement Industry
Zinc Phosphate Segment Anticipated to Register A Significant Growth Over the Forecast Period
Zinc phosphate cement is a widely used cement for luting permanent metal restorations. The segment is expected to witness good growth due to benefits associated with it, such as a high-strength cement base when mixed with zinc oxide powder and phosphoric acid liquid. There are many other uses of this cement, including the cementation of inlays, crowns, bridges, and orthodontic appliances and occasionally as a temporary restoration. Zinc phosphate has a significant amount of clinical success associated with its long-term usage.
According to an article published by the Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences in July 2022, a broad spectrum of luting agents are used to bond and seal restorations to teeth, and the most popular among them is zinc phosphate cement. Additionally, according to the data published by Inside Dentistry in August 2022, zinc phosphate is considered a standard with which other dental cement are compared and it is a very useful luting agent for many indirect dental restorations.
Furthermore, the increasing prevalence of dental caries among children and adults, and the increasing need for dental restorations are expected to boost the adoption of zinc phosphate cement. For instance, according to an article published by the Nigerian Journal of Basic and Clinical Sciences in May 2021, a study was conducted in Nigeria which showed that the prevalence of dental caries among adults in Nigeria was high, with many untreated new and recurrent caries.
Hence, due to aforementioned factors such as the advantages of zinc phosphate cement, the rising dental visits, and the increasing prevalence of dental caries among children and adults, the segment is expected to experience growth during the forecast period of the study.
North American Region is Expected to Hold a Significant Share in the Dental Cement Market Over the Forecast Period
The increasing number of tooth cavities and tooth decay problems are considered to be the most common health problems witnessed by the North American population.
According to the data from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research in August 2021, an estimated 42.2% of adults 30 years or older in the United States had total periodontitis, consisting of 7.8% with severe periodontitis and 34.4% with nonsevere periodontitis. The prevalence of nonsevere (mild or moderate) periodontitis increased with age. Moreover, there has been a steady increase in the geriatric population in the region that requires regular dental check-ups and health assistance. The well-developed healthcare infrastructure and technological advancements are the factors driving the growth of the market.
The increasing number of dentists and dental offices in Canada is also expected to enhance market growth. For instance, according to the data published by the Canadian Dental Association in September 2022, there are approximately 25,500 licensed dentists in Canada in 2022 which stands for 65 dentists for every 100,000 Canadians. They are operating in roughly 16,000 dental offices in Canada.
Furthermore, key product launches by major players in the region are enhancing the market growth. For instance, in June 2022, Parkell, a United States-based company, launched the Predicta Bioactive Cement, which is formulated to fill and seal micro gaps with robust hydroxyapatite formation at the margin, thereby alleviating or preventing microleakage. It combines the properties and performance of premium universal resin cement with bioactivity and this cement gives crown margins unprecedented protection against secondary caries.
Hence, due to aforementioned factors such as the increasing prevalence of oral diseases, increasing number of dentists and dental offices, and key product launches by major players, the North America region of the market is expected to experience growth.
