DENTAL CHAIR MARKET ANALYSIS

The global dental chair market was valued at US$ 2,069.9 Mn in 2022 and is forecast to reach a value of US$ 3,047.1 Mn by 2030 at a CAGR of 5.0% between 2023 and 2030. The global dental chair market is experiencing strong growth due to the rise in oral health disorders and growing geriatric (aging) population around the world. Moreover, high demand for dental chairs and rising number of dental clinics or facilities across the globe is expected to boost growth of the market. However, factors such as high cost of dental chairs and concerns related to dental insurance reimbursement are expected to hamper growth of the global dental chair market.

Global Dental Chair Market: Regional Insights

Based on geography, the global dental chair market is segmented into North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa.

Among regions, North America is expected to gain highest share in the market during the forecast period due to the rise in oral health disorders, increasing number of dental procedures, high demand for dental chairs, and favorable government initiatives in the region. For instance, according to the American Dental Association, 2021 Report, about 2 in 3 (68%) adults aged 65 years or older have gum disease, and around 50% of people aged 75 years and more have root caries affecting at least one tooth. Moreover, according to the Canters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 90% Americans have cavities in their permanent teeth and 25% have untreated dental decay.

Europe and Asia Pacific are also expected to witness significant growth in the global dental chair market due to the increasing prevalence of dental disease, rising number of dental clinics/facilities, increasing number of dental procedures, and increasing demand for dental chairs in these regions. For instance, according to Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the Government of India, dental caries affects about 60% and periodontal disease about 85% of the Indian population, the country is considered the world capital for oral cancer. This in turn is expected to increase the demand for dental chairs in Asia Pacific, driving the market growth.

Figure 1. Global Dental Chair Market Share (%), by Region, 2023

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Global Dental Chair Market Drivers:

Rise in oral health disorders to augment market growth

One of the key factors expected to propel growth of the global dental chair market over the forecast period is the rise in oral health disorders across the globe. For instance, with the rise in burden of oral health disorders and increasing number of dental procedures, the demand for dental chairs is also increasing rapidly. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), oral diseases pose a major health burden for many countries and affect people throughout their lifetime, causing pain, discomfort, disfigurement and even death. Oral diseases affect over 3.5 billion people worldwide. This in turn is expected to increase demand for dental chairs.

Growing geriatric population to underpin market growth

Another factor which is driving the growth of the global dental chair market is the rise in geriatric (aging) population around the world. For instance, geriatric population is more susceptible to oral and dental conditions, as the risk of oral and dental disorders is higher among the older population, increasing demand for dental chairs. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), older adults are at increased risk for root caries because of both increased gingival recession that exposes root surfaces and increased use of medications that produce xerostomia; over 50% of people aged older than 75 years of age have root caries affecting at least one tooth.

Global Dental Chair Market Opportunities:

High demand for dental chairs around the world is expected to offer lucrative growth opportunities for players in the dental chair market. For instance, with the rise in burden of oral health disorders and increasing number of dental clinics or facilities, the demand for dental chairs is also increasing with the rapid pace. In June 2023, A-dec announced the launch of its first-ever digitally connected delivery systems: the A-dec 500 Pro (dental chair) and A-dec 300 Pro platforms (delivery system). All new 311, 411, and 511 chairs, in addition to the A-dec 500 assistant’s line, are fully A-dec+ compatible, accepting software updates while offering the benefits of a connected platform.    

Rising number of dental clinics or facilities across the globe is expected to offer significant growth opportunities for players operating in the dental chair market. For instance, in April 2023, Emirates Health Services (EHS) announced the launch of a mobile, foldable dental clinic to provide at-home services for patients when in-person visits are off-limit owing to the certain medical and physical conditions. The mobile, foldable dental clinic will provide cutting-edge services to all segments of society thus improving health system efficiency and providing high-quality health care in a patient-centered, conditions-sensitive, and privacy-respecting manner.

Global Dental Chair Market Trends:

Increase in number of dental procedures is a recent trend

The number of people with untreated dental carries represents a substantial target population with highly unmet needs. This in turn increase the number of dental procedures, thereby increasing the need for dental equipment, such as dental chairs. Dental chairs are mainly used in a wide variety of dental procedures such as examinations, endodontic procedures, aesthetic dentistry, orthodontic applications, and other dental procedures. As a result, market players are focusing developing and launching technologically advanced chairs in the market. This trend is expected to continue during the forecast period, driving the growth of the market.

Increasing awareness among people is another trend

Oral hygiene is important to a person's overall health and well-being. Several studies have shown that untreated oral diseases may increase the risk of adverse health conditions. Thus, maintaining good oral hygiene is important in improving oral health and overall well-being. With the increase in focus on oral health, increase in awareness among people about the oral hygiene, and growing geriatric population across the globe, the demand for dental chairs is also expected to increase in over the forecast period. This trend is also expected to continue during the forecast period, driving the growth of the global dental chair market.

Global Dental Chair Market Restraints:

High cost of dental chairs to hinder market growth

One of the key factors expected to hamper the growth of the global dental chair market is the high cost of dental chairs. For instance, developments pertaining to dental chairs have been increasing; however, increasing integration of automation and customization within these chairs has resulted in a simultaneous increase in costs. The cost of the chair lies in the range of US$ 1000 for the basic model to US$ 2000 to 4000 for average models and US$ 8000 for premium models. Dental chairs price in India ranges between INR. 50,000 to 8 lakh. Thus, high cost associated with certain dental chairs may hamper the growth of the market.   

Reimbursement issues to hamper market growth

Another factor which is hampering the growth of the dental chair market is the concerns related to dental insurance reimbursement. For instance, dental insurance reimbursement issues pose a threat to the adoption of dental chairs, as not all the dental treatment are covered by insurance. Utilization of correct codes according to the Current Dental Terminology (CDT) is mandatory on all insurance processing to ensure proper claim adjudication. People who have dental insurance visit the dentists more frequently as compared to people who do not have a dental insurance. This results in conflicts of approach between the patients and dentists, thus hampering the market growth.

Figure 2. Global Dental Chair Market Share (%), by Region, 2023

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Global Dental Chair Market Segmentation:

The global dental chair market report is segmented into Type, Product, Component, Application, End-User, and Region.

Based on Type, the market is segmented into Ceiling-mounted Design, Mobile-independent Design, and Dental Chair-mounted Design. Out of which, Ceiling-mounted Design Segment is expected to dominate the dental chair market over the forecast period and this is attributed to the increasing demand for ceiling-mounted dental equipment.

Mobile-independent Design Segment is also expected to witness significant growth in the near future and this is owing to the increasing demand for mobile or independent dental equipment.

Based on Product, the market is segmented into Non-powered Dental Chairs and Powered Dental Chairs. Out of which, Powered Dental Chairs Segment is expected to dominate the market over the forecast period and this is attributed to the rising demand for novel, technologically advanced dental chairs across the globe.  

Based on Component, the market is segmented into Dental Cuspidor, Dental Chair Handpiece, and Other Components. Out of which, Dental Cuspidor Segment is expected to dominate the market over the forecast period and this is attributed to the increasing demand for dental chairs.

Dental Chair Handpiece Segment is also expected to witness significant growth in the near future and this is owing to increasing demand for dental chairs.

Based on Application, the market is segmented into Surgery, Examination, Orthodontic Applications, and Other Applications. Out of which, Surgery Segment is expected to dominate the market over the forecast period and this is attributed to the increasing number of dental or oral procedures around the world.

Examination Segment is also expected to witness significant growth in the near future and this is owing to increasing prevalence of dental or oral disorders.

Based on End User, the market is segmented into Hospitals, Dental Clinics, and Research & Academic Institutes. Out of which, Hospitals Segment is expected to dominate the market over the forecast period and this is attributed to the increasing number of dental hospitals.

Clinics Segment is also expected to witness significant growth in the near future and this is owing to increasing number of dental clinics worldwide.

Global Dental Chair Market: Key Developments

In June 2022, Oral-B and Straumann teamed up to increase importance of prevention in periodontal and peri-implant health. The alliance will set new standards in quality science education for dental professionals and help their patients achieve better long-term outcomes.

In February 2020, DentalEZ launched the new IoT product platform called Aeras that supports the company’s mission to address real, everyday challenges in dentistry and allow the dentist and staff to provide truly superior patient care through new standards of care.

In May 2019, DentalEZ announced the launch of the new Fusion Equipment Package from Forest Dental. The package consists of the patient chair, dental unit, and light and is offered in both Pivot and fixed with side-box configurations.

Global Dental Chair Market: Key Companies Insights

The global dental chair market is highly competitive. This is attributed to the increasing prevalence of dental or oral disorders and increasing number of dental hospitals/clinics, as a result, players in the market are focusing on launching novel products in the market.

Some of the key players in the global dental chair market are XO CARE A/S, A-dec Inc., Planmeca Oy, Midmark Corporation, DentalEZ, Inc., Institut Straumann AG, Dentsply Sirona Inc., Danaher Corporation, Koninklijke Philips N.V., and Craftmaster Contour Equipment Inc., among others.

*Definition: Dental chair, orthodontic chair, is a one-piece, full-body seat that can be articulated into any number of seating positions. Dental chairs (or dental treatment units) are a necessity for dentists to provide the best possible patient care. It is an essential part of dental care.