DENTAL SERVICE MARKET SIZE AND SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS AND FORECASTS (2024-2031)

Market Size and Trends

Global dental service market is estimated to be valued at USD 460.1 Bn in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 640.2 Bn by 2031, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8% from 2024 to 2031.

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Advancements in dental technology and increased awareness about oral hygiene can drive the market growth. Furthermore, rising incidence of dental diseases and growing medical tourism for dental treatments are can boost demand for dental services. The advent of new aesthetic & cosmetic dentistry procedures can also drive the market growth during the forecast period.

Increasing prevalence of dental diseases

Increasing prevalence of dental diseases can drive the global dental service market growth. With changing lifestyles and diet patterns, there has been increase in diseases related to oral health in the recent few years. Poor nutrition and excessive consumption of sugar and carbohydrate rich foods has led to higher incidence of dental caries or cavities among both children and adults alike across the world. According to data from World Health Organization (WHO),  around 3.5 billion people suffered from caries of permanent teeth in 2020, with highest prevalence among Asian and Latin American countries. Furthermore, as per the same source above, severe periodontal or gum disease affects around 10-15% of adults aged between middle age to older age globally. With more people experiencing dental issues at younger age, there has been huge demand for advanced dental treatment and preventive services.  Dental clinics and hospitals are focusing on providing wide range of services from routine dental cleaning, checkups, dental X-rays to major restorative procedures like root canals, crowns, bridges and dental implants. Advanced technologies like CAD/CAM systems for dental prosthetics, 3D CT scanning and cone-beam imaging, laser dentistry and intra-oral cameras are being increasingly adopted by dental practitioners to offer enhanced patient experience and better treatment outcomes. Growing cosmetic dentistry market has also boosted the revenue for dental service providers. More individuals are opting for aesthetic procedures like teeth whitening, veneers, bonding to improve physical appearance. For instance, in November 2022, according to the report published by World Health Organization, nearly half of the world's population or 3.5 billion people suffers from oral diseases such as tooth decay, gum disease, tooth loss, and oral cancers. This staggering burden has increased by 1 billion cases over the past 30 years, with the majority of affected individuals residing in low- and middle-income countries. The report underscores significant inequalities in access to oral health services. WHO urges global action to improve preventive measures and ensure equitable access to oral health care for all.

Adoption of emerging technologies

Technology has brought exciting developments in dental industry, from upgraded instruments to advanced materials. Dentists are levering digital solutions for precise diagnosis, customized treatment planning, and streamlined workflows. Cone Beam Computed Tomography or 3D CBCT imaging allows examination of complex cases in three dimensions without need for multiple appointments. Computer-Aided Design or CAD techniques and 3D printing enable creation of accurate models and personalized restorations in-office to reduce turnaround times. Digitization has increased access to virtual dental care also through tele-dentistry especially for people in remote areas or those needing periodic check-ups across borders. Wider usage of laser dentistry, intra-oral cameras, imaging software and CAD/CAM setups in prosthodontics and implant planning have elevated quality of dental services. Furthermore, laser dentistry facilitates painless procedures like cavity detection and gum treatments. Such cutting-edge technologies provide minimally invasive treatments in short time as compared to manual approaches.