Market Trends of Digital Dentistry Industry
Hospitals are Expected to Witness Significant Growth Over the Forecast Period
The hospital segment is expected to witness significant growth in the market over the forecast period owing to the factors such as the rising use of dental procedures to treat various dental cavities and the growing adoption of the new technologies in hospitals.
Research studies have provided insight into the new approach to improving dental care post-pandemic. For instance, according to an article published in the International Journal of Public Health, in February 2022, about 80% of dentists accepted preventive advice and adapted it to fit the nature and specifics of each dental procedure. This is expected to increase the adoption of various cloud-based digital dentistry services in the dental premises that allows the easy upload of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), and intraoral scans used for designing plans for implant surgery, and surgical guides, which in turn is anticipated to fuel the segment growth.
Furthermore, the rising company activities in developing digital workflows and solutions raise the adoption and installation of digital dentistry products in hospitals enabling dentists to provide customized products. This is anticipated to fuel the segment's growth. For instance, in February 2022, DENTSPLY SIRONA Inc launched a series of innovations, Medical-Grade 3D Printing Solution, which is designed to enhance digital workflows with benefits for dentists, dental labs, and patients globally, by collaborating with Google Cloud.
Moreover, the growing initiatives to launch digital dentistry clinics are also expected to increase the demand for digital workflows and solutions which in turn is anticipated to augment the segment's growth. For instance, in November 2021, Dr. Mohan Atlurilaunched a state-of-the-art digital dentistry clinic in an area of 6,000 square ft. at Filmnagar. The facility has a computer-aided manufacturing unit and computer-aided design unit that help experts conduct difficult dental treatments more quickly, effectively, and properly.
Therefore, owing to the aforementioned factors, the studied segment is anticipated to grow over the forecast period.
North America is Expected to Have the Significant Market Share Over the Forecast Period
North America is expected to witness significant growth in the digital dentistry market over the forecast period owing to the factors such as advancements in technology for dental care in the region, and an increase in product launches, supported by the rising burden of dental disorders, which are expected to increase the demand for dental services in the region.
The rising burden of oral diseases among the population is the key factor increasing the demand for dental devices and services, hence increasing the focus of hospitals and other dental clinics to adopt digital dentistry platforms and software. For instance, as per an article published in Medicine Journal, in June 2021, it has been observed that the prevalence of non-cavitated lesions among the children was 38.0%, cavitated lesions were 43.4% in permanent dentition and 50.6% of school children had poor oral hygiene. In addition, as per the same source, low brushing frequency and poor dental hygiene was the main factor responsible for dental caries among Mexican children.
Moreover, collaborations and partnerships are other factors responsible for the growth of the market in the region. For instance, in April 2022, CAD-Ray entered into a partnership by selling TRIOS intraoral scanners to 3Shape, Inc. This partnership would increase CAD-Ray's position as the fastest-growing and most trusted distributor, supporter, and educator of CAD/CAM technology. Also, in March 2021, Intelliscan launched an artificial intelligence-enabled intraoral scanner, Intelliscan 3D, that includes stunning realistic color, clear margin lines, and is powder-free. The Intelliscan 3D Cloud streamlines workflows enabling dentists and dental laboratory technicians to quickly send and obtain high-quality digital impressions for a full range of indications, including dental implants, crown and bridge restorations, clear aligners, and much more. Such partnerships increase the presence of key players in the region, which increases market growth.
Therefore, owing to the aforementioned factors, the studied market is anticipated to grow over the forecast period.
