Dental Handpiece Market Size and Share
| Study Period | 2020 - 2030 |
| Market Size (2025) | USD 1.98 Billion |
| Market Size (2030) | USD 2.52 Billion |
| CAGR (2025 - 2030) | 4.93% |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | North America |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Dental Handpiece Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence
The Dental Handpiece Market size is estimated at USD 1.98 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 2.52 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.93% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
The dental handpiece market is growing steadily due to increasing dental procedures, technological advancements, and a rising awareness of oral health. For instance, according to the American Dental Association (ADA) in November 2023, approximately 5.5 million implants placed in the U.S. in 2023, a 10% increase from 2022, about 2.5 million Americans have veneers placed on their teeth in 2023, a 20 percent increase from 2022, about 6 million Americans received orthodontic treatment in 2023, a 5% increase from 2022, and about 200 million Americans visited a dentist for professional oral hygiene in 2023, a 5% increase from 2022. This data indicates that there is a significant increase in dental procedures in the developed market such as the United States; this eventually increases the demand for dental clinics and equipment, thus driving the dental handpiece market in the region.
The rise in the prevalence of oral concerns globally is expected to be a significant driver factor of the global dental handpiece market during the forecast period. For instance, the Global Oral Health Status Report by the World Health Organization (WHO), published in November 2024, highlighted that approximately 3.5 billion people globally grapple with oral health issues. Over the past three decades, the incidence of these oral diseases has surged by 50%. The most significant contributors to this oral health burden include dental caries, periodontal disorders, edentulism, and cancers of the lips and oral cavity. Consequently, this rising prevalence is anticipated to boost the global demand for dental services, subsequently propelling the growth of the dental handpiece market.
In addition, the demand trend of the end-users is shifting from traditional to advanced dental devices and practices. For instance, conventional dental services are overpowered by advanced dental care services, such as laser and cosmetic dentistry, which is not possible without the help of dental handpieces. The adoption of dental handpieces is advancing among oral care practitioners and specialists.
The high initial cost of some advanced dental handpieces is a crucial constraint of the global dental handpieces market. The rapid technological advancements are expected to subsidize the cost of dental handpieces in the coming years. This, in turn, is expected to create significant opportunities in the global dental handpieces market shortly.
Global Dental Handpiece Market Trends and Insights
High-speed Segment is Expected to Hold Largest Share in the Market
Among the various handpiece segments, high-speed (air-driven) handpieces dominate the market and are projected to witness a robust CAGR during the forecast period. These handpieces are the go-to choice for dental treatments. Factors such as an aging population and the worldwide prevalence of oral diseases fuel this market. Their sustained popularity is bolstered by advancements like brushless motors and diverse contra-angle attachments. With applications spanning general dentistry, endodontics, and implantology, the demand for air-driven handpieces remains consistently high.
Furthermore, many countries favor high-speed, air-driven handpieces due to their cost-effectiveness and ease of maintenance compared to electric counterparts. Many high-speed-driven manufacturers are investing and launching new products with better efficiency and features to increase the demand for high-speed handpieces. For instance, in January 2023, NSK recently launched the QuickStopBearing, a significant innovation in handpiece technology. QuickStopBearing features a seal that opens and closes with compressed air, enhancing ease of operation, safety, and hygiene. It eliminates the separate braking mechanism by creating a seal that can open when operation starts and close to stop rotation through bearing.
Hybrid handpieces combine the technologies of both electric and air-driven handpieces. This fusion offers enhanced benefits from both categories, such as improved efficiency, shorter chairside time for hard tissue removal, and a lighter weight compared to electric handpieces. The newest advancement in hybrid air-electric handpiece design is the Stylus ATC by Midwest, where "ATC" stands for adaptive torque control. In this system, a sensor located in the handpiece tubing regulates a valve, which in turn continuously adjusts the air pressure flowing through the turbine.
North America is Expected to Dominate the Dental Handpiece Market
North America holds the largest share of the global dental handpiece market and is projected to witness a robust CAGR during the forecast period. The rapid expansion of the dental handpiece market in North America can be attributed to a rising patient base and heightened healthcare spending by both public and private entities. According to a 2023 report from the CMS (Office of the Actuary), the United States is set to boost its health spending as a share of GDP from 18.3% in 2021 to 19.6% by 2031. This surge in healthcare spending is largely due to the establishment of multiple facilities in hospitals and clinics, underscoring a commitment to patient well-being.
Additionally, the region's market growth is bolstered by the widespread adoption of technological advancements in dental equipment, favorable demographic trends, heightened consumer awareness of the link between oral hygiene and overall health, and a series of recent product launches.For instance, in January 2023, W & H launched a new Assistina One single-port maintenance device that ensures perfect care and performs the correct lubrication cycles crucial for dental handpiece function and long service life.
Rapid improvements in Medicare infrastructure and a growing demand for innovative dental treatments are expected to fuel market expansion over the forecast period. Also, there is a sudden increase in the number of dental health insurance purchasers in the United States, which is projected to boost the demand for dental treatments and eventually will increase the demand for dental equipment and dental handpieces. For instance, according to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, in mid-year of 2023, there is an increase of 5.3%, i.e., USD 409 in the Dental Health Premium purchase, and 14.2% increase, i.e, 24,491 in the Medicare premium purchase.
Competitive Landscape
The Dental Handpiece market is fragmented in nature due to the presence of several companies operating globally as well as regionally. Some of the key companies in Dental Handpiece market include A-dec Inc., Bien-Air Dental SA, DENTALEZ, Inc., DENTAMERICA INC., Dentflex, Dentsply Sirona, MDK Dental, MTI Dental, NSK / Nakanishi inc., Premier Dental Co., SciCan Ltd., and Zimmer Biomet, among others.
Dental Handpiece Industry Leaders
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A-dec Inc.
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DENTALEZ, Inc.
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Dentsply Sirona
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MTI Dental
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Zimmer Biomet
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Recent Industry Developments
- August 2024: Austrian-based W&H, a manufacturer specializing in dental handpieces and turbines, unveiled its latest Synea Power Edition range. These new dental handpieces boast a robust design, enhanced torque, and a consistent removal rate.
- March 2023: DCI and NSK introduced handpiece bundles, enhancing their appeal with a one-year warranty extension and added savings. According to a press release, DCI specializes in manufacturing dental parts, while NSK focuses on dental rotary instruments. This collaboration allows customers to access a wide range of DCI Edge delivery units and NSK's electric and air-driven handpiece bundles directly from the manufacturers.
- May 2023: J. MORITA USA, a leading name in Endodontics, launched the Tri Auto ZX2+, an enhanced endodontic handpiece featuring a built-in apex locator. This cordless device now accommodates reciprocation files, and its Optimum Glide Path 2 (OGP2) mode boosts both safety and user-friendliness.
Global Dental Handpiece Market Report Scope
As per the report's scope, dental handpieces are tools that dentists employ to perform various procedures, such as endodontics, cavity preparation, crown preparation, and decay removal. Dental handpieces use an electric motor coupled to a shaft by gears and burs (the part that performs actual cutting). These handpieces can complete even the most challenging endodontic, surgical, or restorative procedure. Some handpieces are for everyday use, while specialized handpieces are only appropriate for specific functions.
The dental handpiece market is segmented into complete handpiece, motor type, and geography. By complete handpiece, the market is segmented into speed handpiece, electric handpieces, surgical handpieces, and others. The speed handpiece is further segmented into the high-speed handpiece and low-speed handpiece. By motor type, the market is segmented into Air-driven and Electric. By end user, the market is segmented into dental clinics, hospitals, and other end users. By geography, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South America. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done on the basis of value (in USD).
| Speed Handpiece | High Speed Handpiece |
| Low Speed Handpiece | |
| Electric Handpieces | |
| Surgical Handpieces | |
| Others |
| Air-driven |
| Electric |
| Dental clinics |
| Hospitals |
| Other End-users |
| North America | United States |
| Canada | |
| Mexico | |
| Europe | Germany |
| United Kingdom | |
| France | |
| Italy | |
| Spain | |
| Rest of Europe | |
| Asia-Pacific | China |
| Japan | |
| India | |
| Australia | |
| South Korea | |
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | |
| Middle East and Africa | GCC |
| South Africa | |
| Rest of Middle East and Africa | |
| South America | Brazil |
| Argentina | |
| Rest of South America |
| By Complete Handpiece | Speed Handpiece | High Speed Handpiece |
| Low Speed Handpiece | ||
| Electric Handpieces | ||
| Surgical Handpieces | ||
| Others | ||
| By Motor Type | Air-driven | |
| Electric | ||
| By End User | Dental clinics | |
| Hospitals | ||
| Other End-users | ||
| Geography | North America | United States |
| Canada | ||
| Mexico | ||
| Europe | Germany | |
| United Kingdom | ||
| France | ||
| Italy | ||
| Spain | ||
| Rest of Europe | ||
| Asia-Pacific | China | |
| Japan | ||
| India | ||
| Australia | ||
| South Korea | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| Middle East and Africa | GCC | |
| South Africa | ||
| Rest of Middle East and Africa | ||
| South America | Brazil | |
| Argentina | ||
| Rest of South America | ||
Key Questions Answered in the Report
How big is the Dental Handpiece Market?
The Dental Handpiece Market size is expected to reach USD 1.98 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.93% to reach USD 2.52 billion by 2030.
What is the current Dental Handpiece Market size?
In 2025, the Dental Handpiece Market size is expected to reach USD 1.98 billion.
Who are the key players in Dental Handpiece Market?
A-dec Inc., DENTALEZ, Inc., Dentsply Sirona, MTI Dental and Zimmer Biomet are the major companies operating in the Dental Handpiece Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Dental Handpiece Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).
Which region has the biggest share in Dental Handpiece Market?
In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Dental Handpiece Market.
What years does this Dental Handpiece Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the Dental Handpiece Market size was estimated at USD 1.88 billion. The report covers the Dental Handpiece Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Dental Handpiece Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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Dental Handpiece Market Report
Statistics for the 2025 Dental Handpiece market share, size and revenue growth rate, created by Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports. Dental Handpiece analysis includes a market forecast outlook for 2025 to 2030 and historical overview. Get a sample of this industry analysis as a free report PDF download.
