Dental 3D Printing Market

Global Dental 3D Printing Market Size (2023 to 2028)

The global dental 3D printing market size was worth USD 2,338.76 million in 2022. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 22.32% from 2022 to 2027 and be worth USD 7833.76 million by 2028 from USD 2860.77 million in 2023.

Global Dental 3D Printing Market Share Insights:

• Based on technology, the selective laser sintering segment captured 35.8% of the global market share in 2022.
• Based on application, the orthodontics segment had 40.12% of the global market share in 2022.
• Based on end-user, the dental laboratories segment led the market and held 50.8% of the global market share in 2022.
• North America was the biggest regional segment worldwide in 2022 and occupied 39.2% of the worldwide market share.

Impact of COVID-19 on the global dental 3D printing market:

The COVID-19 pandemic has shown a mixed impact on the dental 3D printing market. The demand for dental 3D printing has been hampered significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic due to the safety measures taken by the governments such as temporary shutdowns of businesses, lockdowns, social distancing and others. In addition, the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in the global supply chains resulted in the poor availability of raw materials and components required for dental 3D printing. Furthermore, the reduced demand for dental services and orthodontic and prosthetic treatments has resulted in poor adoption of dental 3D printing. Likewise, global dental 3D printing has experienced a negative impact from the COVID-19 pandemic. On the positive side, the usage of dental 3D printing has increased as it is used in the manufacturing activities of face shields and PPE for healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic has fuelled innovation in dental 3D printing. These factors shared a positive impact on the dental 3D printing market growth.

MARKET DRIVERS:

The growing aging population worldwide is one of the key factors propelling the dental 3D printing market growth. People who are aged are more likely to experience several dental problems and require various dental treatments such as dentures, bridges, and crowns that are manufactured using 3D printing. Using 3D printing, dental products can be manufactured fastest with greater precision. Aged people require customized dental products that match their unique anatomy. Dental products that are accurate and precise can be manufactured using dental 3D printing technology and such products fit perfectly with the needs of the patients. These products are believed to be reducing the risk of complications and improve the patient's comfort and satisfaction. As per the statistics published by the World Health Organization (WHO), the population of 60 years or more is anticipated to reach 1.4 billion by 2030 and 2.1 billion by 2050. With the growing aging population, the demand for efficient and cost-effective dental treatments is also increasing. Dental 3D printing technology can help manufacture dental products faster and cost-effectively and enable dental professionals to offer dental treatments at an affordable cost.

The benefits associated with dental 3D printing technologies such as custom-made dental products are another key factor propelling the market growth. The preference from people for personalized dental treatments is growing substantially and the demand for custom-made products such as aligners, dentures, and crowns is also increasing. Dental 3D printing technology has been increasingly used in recent years to manufacture personalized dental products and this trend is likely to fuel in the coming years and contribute to the market growth.

The cost-savings and increased efficiency of dental 3D printing further drive the adoption of this technology and contribute to market growth. The growing demand for cosmetic dentistry, increasing awareness among people regarding dental health and preventative healthcare, rising prevalence of dental diseases and increasing adoption of dental implants further promote the dental 3D printing market growth.

MARKET RESTRAINTS:

Poor adoption of dental 3D printing technology by dental practitioners is one of the key factors hampering the market growth. The high cost of dental 3D printers and lack of standardization hinder market growth. The stringent regulatory environment for dental 3D printing and competition from traditional methods of dental manufacturing, such as casting and milling inhibit the market’s growth rate. Low awareness among patients and dental professionals regarding the benefits of dental 3D printing and technical challenges further impede market growth.

REPORT COVERAGE:

This research report on the global dental 3D printing market has been segmented and sub-segmented based on product & service, technology, application, end-user & region.

Dental 3D printing Market – By Product & Services:

• Services
• Materials
  • Plastics
  • Metals
  • Other Materials
• Equipment
  • Dental 3D Printers
  • Dental 3D Scanners

Based on products & services, the services segment is predicted to lead the global market during the forecast period. Factors such as the growing demand for dental restorations and implants and the rising adoption of digital dentistry and computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) technologies primarily drive segmental growth.

The equipment segment is anticipated to witness a notable CAGR during the forecast period owing to the growing adoption of 3D printing technology in the dental industry, the ability of 3D printers to create highly precise and accurate dental restorations, advancements in printer technology and growing demand for chairside dental restorations.

The materials segment is also estimated to grow at a healthy CAGR in the coming years. The segmental growth is majorly driven by increasing demand for dental implants, crowns, and bridges, advancements in materials technology, and the ability of 3D printing technology to create highly customized dental restorations with different materials and colors.

Dental 3D Printing Market – By Technology:

• Vat Photopolymerization
  • Stereolithography
  • Digital Light Processing
• Fused Deposition Modeling
• Selective Laser Sintering
• PolyJet Printing

Based on technology, the selective laser sintering segment accounted for the largest share of the worldwide market in 2022 and the same trends is anticipated to continue throughout the forecast period.

the vat photopolymerization segment had a considerable share of the global market in 2022 and is expected to grow at a healthy CAGR during the forecast period. The growth rate of the segment is majorly fuelled by its ability to create highly precise and accurate dental restorations with a wide range of materials, the rising adoption of digital dentistry and the increasing demand for customized dental restorations and implants. The rising adoption of digital dentistry and the growing demand for dental restorations and implants further contribute to segmental growth.

During the forecast period, the fused deposition modeling segment of the dental 3D printing market is expected to develop at the fastest rate.

Dental 3D printing Market – By Application:

• Prosthodontics
• Orthodontics
• Implantology

Based on application, the prosthodontics segment is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR among all the segments the worldwide market during the forecast period. The segmental growth is majorly driven by the rising demand for dental crowns, bridges, and dentures, the growing need for highly customized and precise dental restorations and the ability to produce dental restorations in a shorter period of time and with improved accuracy. In addition, the growing geriatric population with dental health issues and the need for dental restorations is further boosting the growth rate of the segment.

The orthodontics segment is predicted to capture the leading share of the global market during the forecast period owing to the rising demand for clear aligners and other orthodontic appliances, growing adoption of digital dentistry and 3D scanning technology for improved accuracy and fit, the ability to produce highly customized orthodontic appliances with improved patient comfort and raising awareness of the benefits of orthodontic treatment and cosmetic dentistry.

The implantology segment is expected to register a healthy CAGR in the coming years due to factors such as the growing demand for dental implants due to growing awareness of the benefits of dental implant treatment, the wide range of materials available for creating customized dental implants and the rising number of advancements in 3D printing technology and software for improved implant design and planning.

Dental 3D printing Market – By End-User:

• Dental Laboratories
• Dental Hospitals and Clinics
• Dental Academic and Research Institutes

Based on end-user, the dental laboratories segment accounted for the largest share of the global market in 2022 and the domination of the segment is likely to continue throughout the forecast period owing to the increasing adoption of dental 3D printing in dental laboratories and the growing number of dental laboratories worldwide. The rising demand for customized dental restorations and appliances, and the ability to produce these restorations and appliances in a shorter period of time and with improved accuracy compared to traditional manufacturing techniques further favor the growth rate of the segment.

The dental hospitals and clinics segment had the second largest share of the worldwide market in 2022 and is expected to witness a notable CAGR during the forecast period owing to factors such as the growing adoption of implantology and orthodontic treatment in dental hospitals and clinics, rising demand for digital dentistry and 3D scanning technology in dental hospitals and clinics and the ability to produce highly customized and precise dental restorations, implants, and orthodontic appliances with 3D printing technology.

 Dental 3D Printing Market – By Region:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa

Geographically, the North American dental 3D printing market had the largest share of the global market in 2022 and is expected to grow at a promising CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of the North American market is majorly driven by the presence of well-established healthcare infrastructure, rapid adoption of technological advancements and growing demand for customized dental implants and restorations. In addition, the rising adoption of digital dentistry and 3D printing technology in dental practices and laboratories, the increasing geriatric population across North America, the growing prevalence of dental disorders, and increasing disposable income and insurance coverage drive the regional market growth. The U.S. accounted for the major share of the North American market in 2022, followed by Canada. The U.S. market is expected to witness a prominent CAGR during the forecast period due to the presence of major players and the high adoption of digital dentistry. On the other hand, the Canadian market is anticipated to showcase a healthy CAGR during the forecast period.

Europe is another potential regional market for dental 3D printing worldwide and is expected to register a noteworthy CAGR during the forecast period. Factors such as the rising prevalence of dental disorders, the growing geriatric population, favorable reimbursement policies and government initiatives to promote the adoption of digital dentistry and 3D printing technology propel the European market growth. In addition, the growing number of dental laboratories and practices across Europe and increasing awareness about dental health and the benefits of digital dentistry and 3D printing technology fuel the growth rate of the European market. Germany led the European market in 2022 and is expected to grow at a prominent CAGR during the forecast period. Factors such as the growing prevalence of dental disorders and the rising geriatric population favor the German market growth. During the forecast period, the UK, France and Italy are predicted to occupy a considerable share of the European market.

APAC is one of the most lucrative regional markets for dental 3D printing and is predicted to progress at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of the APAC market is primarily driven by the presence of a large population base, growing demand for dental implants and restorations, rising disposable income, and increasing awareness about dental health. Factors such as the increasing number of dental laboratories and practices and the rising adoption of digital dentistry and 3D printing technology in emerging economies further boost the growth rate of the APAC market. China accounted for the major share of the APAC market in 2022, followed by Japan, India and South Korea and the same trend is expected to continue throughout the forecast period.

Latin America occupied a considerable share of the global market in 2022 and is estimated to grow at a healthy CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of the Latin American market is fuelled by the rising prevalence of dental disorders, growing awareness about dental health, increasing disposable income, rising middle-class population, the growing number of dental practices and laboratories, favorable government policies and investment in healthcare infrastructure. Brazil captured the leading share of the Latin American market, followed by Mexico in 2022.

MEA had a moderate share of the worldwide market in 2022 and is expected to witness a steady CAGR during the forecast period.

KEY MARKET PARTICIPANTS:

Companies playing a promising role in the global dental 3D printing market and profiled in this report are Stratasys Ltd., 3D Systems, Inc., EnvisionTEC, Inc., DWS Systems, Renishaw Plc., Formlabs, Prodways Group, SLM Solutions Group, Carbon, Inc., Concept Laser GmbH, EOS GmbH Electro Optical Systems, Rapid Shape GmbH, Asiga, and Roland DG.

RECENT HAPPENINGS IN THIS MARKET:

• MakerBot, a 3D printing workflow allowing teams to collaborate worldwide, was introduced in August 2020 by Stratasys, Ltd.
• Formlabs and Braces on Demand announced a partnership in October 2020 to allow Formlabs' dental users to 3D print braces and orthodontic appliances in-office using Braces on Demand's patented technology.
• 3D Systems' maxillofacial surgical guides 3D-printed with the LaserForm Ti and DuraForm ProX PA materials obtained FDA 510(k) approval in October 2020.