Clear aligners market

Clear Aligners Market, by Material Type (Polyurethane Plastic, Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol (PETG), Poly-vinyl Chloride (PVC), and Others {Ethylene vinyl acetate, Polypropylene, among others}), by Age Group (Children/Teenagers and Adults), by End User (Hospitals, Dental and Orthodontics Clinics, and Others {Research Institutions, Wellness Centers, among others}), and by Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) - Size, Share, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2022 - 2030

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Jun 2022
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Summary

Clear aligners are transparent trays made of special material such as polyurethane plastic, polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG), poly-vinyl chloride (PVC), ethylene vinyl acetate, polypropylene, and others which are used to straighten teeth similar to braces. Clear aligners use gentle and constant force to move the teeth in the required position without going through the hassles of conventional metal wires and brackets. Clear aligners are custom made for each patient depending on the severity of teeth misalignment (malocclusion). Customization of clear aligners is performed through a digital scan. Clear aligners help solve dental problems such as crowded teeth, overbites (upper front teeth overlap with the lower front teeth), underbites (lower front teeth overlap with the upper front teeth), diastema (gaps between teeth), misaligned primary (baby) teeth, and others.

The global clear aligners market is estimated to be valued at US$ 3.92 billion in 2022 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 17.0% over the forecast period (2022-2030).

Figure 1. Global Clear Aligners Market Share (%), By Region, 2022

The increasing incidence or prevalence of dental problems such as crooked teeth, malocclusion, and others is expected to drive the growth of the global clear aligners market over the forecast period.

For instance, according to an article published by the European Journal of Pediatric Dentistry, an open access scientific journal, in June 2020, it is estimated that the total prevalence of malocclusion across the globe was 56% in 2019, with the highest prevalence in Africa (81%) and Europe (72%), followed by Americas (53%) and Asia (48%). Malocclusion is one of the most common dental problems, wherein the upper and lower teeth don’t align upon closing the mouth. Malocclusion is usually treated with clear aligners, braces, etc.

Clear Aligners Market Report Coverage

Report Coverage	Details
Base Year:	2021	Market Size in 2022:	US$ 3.92 Bn
Historical Data for:	2017 to 2020	Forecast Period:	2022 to 2030
Forecast Period 2022 to 2030 CAGR:	17.0 %	2030 Value Projection:	US$ 13.77 Bn
Geographies covered:	North America: U.S. and Canada Latin America: Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America Europe: Germany, U.K., Spain, France, Italy, Russia, and Rest of Europe Asia Pacific: China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, ASEAN, and Rest of Asia Pacific Middle East: GCC Countries, Israel, and Rest of Middle East Africa: South Africa, North Africa, and Central Africa
Segments covered:	By Material Type: Polyurethane Plastic, Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol (PETG), Poly-vinyl Chloride (PVC), Others (Ethylene vinyl acetate, Polypropylene, among others) By Age Group: Children/Teenagers, Adults By End User: Hospitals, Dental and Orthodontics Clinics, Others (Research Institutions, Wellness Centers, among others)
Companies covered:	Align Technology, Inc., DynaFlex, Dentsply Sirona, Inc., SmileDirectClub, Straumann Group, Danaher, Henry Schein, Inc., Great Lakes Dental Technologies, Rocky Mountain Orthodontics, eXceed, 3 M, Argen Corporation, Illusion Aligners, Candid Care Co., Tianjin ZhengLi Technology Company Limited, Scheu Dental, TP Orthodontics, Inc., K-Line Europe, 32 Watts, and Klear Aligner
Growth Drivers:	Increasing incidence or prevalence of oral health problems such as crooked teeth, malocclusion, and others Increasing products approval and launches by market players
Restraints & Challenges:	High cost of clear aligners Lack of awareness about dental health problems amongst the population

Figure 2. Global Clear Aligners Market Value (US$ Mn), By Age Group, 2022

The increasing research and development activities for the introduction of technologically advanced clear aligners is expected to drive the market growth over the forecast period.

For instance, in February 2022, Bausch Health Companies Inc., a Canada-based pharmaceutical company announced the launch of its technologically advanced OraFit custom clear aligner system, which is indicated for treating malocclusion. This newly launched clear aligner system uses high-performance materials in a three-layer design that offers dental professionals and their patients the latest in clear aligner technology. OraFit custom clear aligner system addresses the increased demand for improved aesthetics, more comfortable aligners as well as overall long-term oral health.

Key players operating in the market are focusing on obtaining regulatory approval of their clear aligners, which is expected to drive growth of the global clear aligners market over the forecast period.

For instance, in June 2021, Ormco Corporation, a U.S. based orthodontic technology company announced that it has received the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for its Spark Clear Aligner System indicated for the treatment of mixed dentition in children and teenagers.

Global Clear Aligners Market – Impact of Coronavirus (Covid-19) Pandemic

SARS-CoV-2 (Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus) was first reported from Wuhan, China in December 2019, and was declared as a global pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO), which designates this SARS-CoV-2 infection as novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). According to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), Weekly Epidemiological Update by the World Health Organization, COVID-19 has spread across the globe infecting over 519 million population leading to more than 6.3 million deaths as of May 15, 2022. The negative impact of COVID-19 on the healthcare domain is huge and it has significantly disrupted the healthcare industries’ entire supply chain, from raw materials to manufacturing and delivery. Similarly, the COVID-19 pandemic had a negative impact on the overall growth of the clear aligners market owing to movement restrictions and lockdowns. However, post opening of lockdown in mid-2020, there has been an increase in the overall sales of clear aligners.

For instance, in February 2021, Align Technology, a U.S.-based medical device company announced that in 2020, it has generated sales of 1,645,000 cases of clear aligners, generating a revenue of US$2.1 billion, which was an increase of 5% as compared to the previous year, i.e. 2019. The company also announced that in 2020, it shipped clear aligners cases to 49,615 dentists in the Americas region (compared with 47,130 in 2019) and to 52,445 dentists outside the Americas (compared with 48,650 in 2019).

Global Clear Aligners Market - Restraint

High cost of clear aligners as well as lack of awareness about dental health problems amongst the population are the factors that are expected to hinder growth of the global clear aligners market over the forecast period.

The cost of clear aligners ranges between US$ 540 to US$ 6,061, all over the world. For instance, Toothsi Easy manufactured by Ampa Orthodontics Private Limited, an India-based orthodontics company costs around ₹ 54,999 (US$ 708) while Toothsi prime costs around ₹ 69,999 (US$ 901).

Key Players

Major players operating in the global clear aligners market include Align Technology, Inc., DynaFlex, Dentsply Sirona, Inc., SmileDirectClub, Straumann Group, Danaher, Henry Schein, Inc., Great Lakes Dental Technologies, Rocky Mountain Orthodontics, eXceed, 3 M, Argen Corporation, Illusion Aligners, Candid Care Co., Tianjin ZhengLi Technology Company Limited, Scheu Dental, TP Orthodontics, Inc., K-Line Europe, 32 Watts, and Klear Aligner.

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What is the current market size and compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of the global clear aligners market during the forecast period (2022-2030)?

The global clear aligners market size is estimated to be valued at US$ 3.92 billion in 2022 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 17.0% between 2022 and 2030.

What are the major factors driving the market growth?

Increasing incidence or prevalence of oral health problems such as crooked teeth, malocclusion, etc. and increasing research and development activities for the development of advanced clear aligners are expected to drive the market growth over the forecast period.

Which is the leading age group segment in the market?

Adults segment is expected to hold the major market share in the market.

Which region holds the largest market share in the market?

North America holds the largest market share in the market.

What are the key factors hampering growth of the market?

Major factors hampering growth of the market include high cost of clear aligners as well as lack of awareness about dental health problems amongst the population.

Which are the major players operating in the market?

Major players operating in the market include Align Technology, Inc., DynaFlex, Dentsply Sirona, Inc., SmileDirectClub, Straumann Group, Danaher, Henry Schein, Inc., Great Lakes Dental Technologies, Rocky Mountain Orthodontics, eXceed, 3 M, Argen Corporation, Illusion Aligners, Candid Care Co., Tianjin ZhengLi Technology Company Limited, Scheu Dental, TP Orthodontics, Inc., K-Line Europe, 32 Watts, and Klear Aligner.