Dental Imaging Market

Report Overview

The global dental imaging market was pegged at US$ 2.43 billion in 2021 and is expected to witness a CAGR of 8.80% during the forecast period. 

Market Fundamentals

Dental imaging helps to diagnose dental diseases by using a wide range of technologies including X-ray equipment and cone beam computed tomography devices. Dental imaging helps dentists diagnose the root cause of diseases, detect cavities, and dental bone physiology, and take better treatment decisions. Intraoral and extraoral are the two modalities of dental imaging. Intraoral X-ray scans are generally more efficient and detailed than extraoral X-ray scans as the former is used for diagnosis of the dental root, which is a common cause of any dental diseases; detect cavities and surrounding bones. Extraocular X-rays are used for the diagnosis of oral cancer and teeth position. 

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Market Dynamics

The global dental imaging market is mainly driven by the growing prevalence of dental diseases, increasing awareness about dental hygiene, and the increasing number of dental clinics. Additionally, technological advancements in dental imaging devices such as pocket X-ray devices and CAD/CAM devices are fueling the global dental imaging market growth. Moreover, rising demand for dental tourism and for cosmetic dental procedures; and growing demand for dental tourism are contributing to the growth of the global dental imaging market in the emerging economies of Asia Pacific and Latin America. However, expensive dental imaging equipment devices and limited reimbursements are holding the growth of the global dental imaging market growth.

Market Ecosystem

The global dental imaging market has been analyzed from four perspectives: Product, Application, End User, and Region. 

Dental Imaging Market by Product

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Based on products, the global dental imaging market has been segmented into intraoral and extraoral. Intraoral imaging devices are further sub-segmented into imaging systems, intraoral scanners, intraoral X-Ray systems, intraoral sensors, intraoral photostimulable phosphor systems, and intraoral cameras. Whereas extraoral imaging devices are further categorized into Panoramic systems, panoramic & cephalometric systems, 3D CBCT systems, and others. The intraoral dental imaging devices segment is leading the global dental imaging market owing to the increasing prevalence of dental diseases, and the introduction of novel dental imaging devices. Additionally, technological advancement and increasing demand for intraoral scanners are fueling the growth of the intraoral dental imaging market. 

Dental Imaging Market by Application

Based on application, the global dental imaging market is segmented into oral and maxillofacial surgery, implantology, root canal diagnosis, and teeth alignment. The implantology segment is leading the global dental imaging market owing to the high prevalence of dental caries, gum diseases, tooth decay, etc.; the high impact of lifestyle-associated factors; and the increasing geriatric population. Additionally, technological advancement, increasing demand for dental cosmetology, and growing disposable income are contributing to the growth of the implantology segment in the overall market. 

Dental Imaging Market by End User

Based on end user, the global dental imaging market has been segmented into dental clinics, hospitals, and others. Dental clinics are leading the global dental imaging market owing to increasing patient footfall for dental diagnosis & treatment, growing adoption of novel dental diagnostics modalities, and increasing awareness about oral hygiene and early treatment benefits are contributing to the growth of the dental clinics segment. Additionally, the increasing affordability of dental imaging services and a growing number of dental clinics are also fueling segment growth. 

Dental Imaging Market by Region

Based on region, the global dental imaging market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World. North America dominated the global dental imaging market in terms of revenue share. The large share of North America in the global market can be attributed to the high prevalence of dental diseases such as dental carries, tooth decay, and gum diseases in the region, increasing awareness about oral hygiene, and favorable reimbursement policies are contributing to the growth of the global dental imaging market. Additionally, technological advancement, the presence of developed infrastructure, and high healthcare expenditure are fueling the North America dental imaging market growth. Asia Pacific is expected to witness exponential growth in the upcoming years owing to the growing geriatric population, the impact of lifestyle-associated factors on oral health, government initiatives, and growing healthcare expenditure. 

Competitive Landscape

Some of the prominent players operating in the global dental imaging market are 

• 3Shape A/S
• ACTEON Group 
• Owandy Radiology
• Align Technology, Inc. 
• Apteryx Imaging, Inc. 
• Asahi Roentgen Ind. Co., Ltd.
• Carestream Dental, LLC. (Envista Holdings Corporation)
• Cefla S.C.
• DENTSPLY Sirona, Inc.
• DURR DENTAL SE
• FONA Italy 
• Genoray Co., Ltd.
• Midmark Corporation 
• MORITA CORP 
• Ningbo Runyes Medical Instrument Co. Ltd.
• PLANMECA OY
• Prexion, Inc.
• VATECH Co., Ltd. 
• Yoshida Dental MFG. Co. Ltd.

Strategic Developments

• In September 2022, Neoss Group launched a new NeoScan 1000 easy-to-use intraoral scanner. NeoScan is easy to handle due to its compact and lightweight design and provides accurate and high-quality dental scanning.
• In December 2021, Carestream Dental LLC sold its dental scanning technology business to Envista Holding Corporation for US$ 600 million, with a portfolio of CS 3600, CS 3700, and CS 3800 and related software.
• In August 2021, Surround Medical Systems received FDA 510(k) premarket clearance for Portray dental imaging system.

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