Dental Diagnostic and Surgical Market Size

Dental Diagnostic & Surgical Equipment Market Analysis

The dental diagnostics and surgical equipment market is projected to register a CAGR of 7.43% during the forecast period.

The dental diagnostics and surgical equipment market was significantly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in the initial phase since many dental procedures were postponed or canceled as they require close contact with the doctor and their patients and with the dental equipment, which held the risk of virus contamination. However, since the restrictions were eased, the industry has been rebounding strongly. For instance, as per the article published in September 2021 by BDJ, there was a significant backlog of dental surgeries and treatments to handle after the pandemic, which was delayed due to the lockdown. As a result, to meet the enormous dental procedural demands, the market for dental diagnostic and surgical equipment is expected to rise rapidly in the following years. In addition, over the previous two years, the market recovery has been led by increased dental diseases, new product launches, and increased demand for cosmetic dentistry.

The prominent drivers for the market over the forecast period are increased awareness about oral care, the rising prevalence of dental disorders, and innovation in dental products. For instance, as per a March 2022 update by the WHO, oral diseases affect nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide. Severe periodontal (gum) disease, which may result in tooth loss, is also prevalent, affecting almost 10% of the global population. Adding to that, as per the NHS Dental Statistics for England 2021 report, 18.2 million adults were seen by an NHS Dentist in the 24 months up to June 2021. As per the same source, 3.9 million children were seen by an NHS dentist in the 12 months up to June 2021. Thus, the increasing prevalence of dental diseases and a high number of dentist visits are likely to lead to the demand for diagnosis and further surgical procedures, thereby contributing to market growth.

Furthermore, research funding and opportunities in dental diagnostics and surgery are expected to drive market growth, as researchers are expected to utilize diagnostic technology to deliver innovations in dentistry. For instance, in October 2022, Biolase, a dental laser manufacturing company, launched a research grant portal to accelerate clinical studies on innovative dental laser technology. Additionally, competitors, mergers, and product launches in dental diagnostics and surgery are likely to drive market growth as these increase product availability and competition. For instance, in February 2022, Bien-Air Dental launched its Nova electric handpiece, a new contra-angle engineered for practical innovation. The Nova's small head and slim handle enhance the dentist's field of vision and allow easier access to the back of the mouth. Additionally, in June 2022, dental artificial intelligence (AI) provider VideaHealth received the Medical Device Establishment License (MDEL) from Health Canada for its dental caries detection algorithm. This solution, Videa Caries Assist, is designed to use AI to detect caries and boost the accuracy of treatment recommendations. Hence such advancements in dentistry and diagnostics are likely to drive market growth over the forecast period.

As per the aforementioned factors, the dental diagnostics and surgical equipment market are likely to grow over the forecast period. However, slow adoption rates in underdeveloped economies and the high cost associated with tests and equipment restrain the market's growth.