The global prevalence of oral disorders is fueling growth for the dental implants industry. The rising geriatric population is influencing the demand for treatment options. Oral health awareness has become a priority among people. Patients are opting for implants over tooth replacements owing to their safety benefits.
Another factor contributing to industry growth is the need for people to be aesthetically perfect. Appearance has become a primary motive for people to choose better-looking options. Perfect teeth have become a requirement for facial aesthetics. In 2021, the global dental implants industry size was valued at nearly USD 4 billion and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.6% during the forecast period 2022-2028.
The Covid-19 impact on the industry was adverse as the number of hospital and clinic visits related to dental health had significantly reduced. The fear of infection among people had increased the number of online consultations. Dental surgeries were postponed as it was dangerous for patients and doctors to be so closely in contact. However, the number of physical consultations has increased and is anticipated to grow in the future with the impact of coronavirus pandemic slowing down.
Dental Awareness
It is important to maintain oral health. Some dental clinics are helping kids by providing free care. In the U.S., The Brewers Foundation, Delta Dental, and Team Smile recently held dental camps for free. Three hundred kids from the Boys and Girls Club and the Children’s Outing Association received checkups free of cost. The volunteers are educating the kids about dental wellness by giving them hygiene tips, simple fillings, or even just a typical cleaning.
A similar initiative has been taken by the Dental Wellness Trust in the U.K, in which they plan to provide dental care to more than 250 kids in Luton. They plan to give free fluoride varnishing and dental screenings. It is a charity initiative by Livesmart Dental Care to spread awareness across Britain. In 2021, the dental clinics segment held more than 60% share of the dental implants market. The increase in such initiatives across countries with advanced healthcare infrastructure and policies is expected to boost dental implants consumption.
Titanium Implants
Among the types of available implant materials, titanium is the most popular one. The biocompatibility and cost-efficient factors of the material make it an attractive option. However, the low integration level with the bone and the tissues without a proper surface can cause dental implant failure. Nanotechnology has made the dental implants market grow as it allows the creation of appropriate surfaces.
According to a study, alterations in the surface of titanium implants using nanobiotechnology have allowed the development of better dental materials. These surfaces create a surface like a real bone making the dental implants more efficient and giving them a long life. In 2021, titanium implants segment accounted for nearly 70% share of the dental implants industry worldwide.
Apart from the many innovations and advancements in the industry, dental 3D printing is one of the emerging techs. 3D printers are being used to create crowns, bridges, and other medical products. They are also becoming a part of the dental clinics and labs. Glidewell, a US dental company, that operates more than 400 printers, has now launched surgical guides for tissues and bones. This service is also available for major guided implant systems like a tooth and crown-supported guides.
The dental implants industry is expected to witness many more discoveries like this one from key competitors in the sector. Some of the key solution providers in the market are Envista, Dentsply Sirona, Osstem Implant Co. Ltd., Zimmer Biomet, and NucleOSS. Many growth strategies like mergers and acquisitions are going to take place in the industry during the forecast period.
