The dental prosthetics market studied was anticipated to grow with a CAGR of nearly 5.9%, during the forecast period. The major factors attributing to the growth of the market are the rise in the global prevalence of accidental injuries, various periodontal diseases due to increased consumption of tobacco, chocolates, and junk foods. Dental caries is the most widespread chronic disease across the globe leading to tooth loss resulting in higher demand for the dental prosthetics and dentists to meet the needs of major global public health challenge. For instance, according to the report published by the World Health Organization (WHO) for the year 2017, about 35% of people aged 65-74 have no natural teeth and tooth loss is found in 18-23% of middle-aged adults (35-44 years) due to severe periodontal disease necessitating the advancements in the prosthodontics fueling the market.

Key Market Trends

Dental Bridges are Expected to Hold the Largest Market Share in the Dental Prosthetics Market

Dental bridges are expected to dominate the market throughout the forecast period due to the huge rise in adoption owing to their increased sales and preference among the dentists to fill gaps in the teeth along with crowns. Also, the availability of these products from various sources such as ceramics, plastics, zirconium, and metal as per the patient choice due to the recent developments in the segment attribute to the growth. For example, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) report for the year 2018, about 12 million people are injured each year due to road accidents leading to jaw replacements. Furthermore, according to the American Academy for Implant Dentistry estimates published in the year 2017, more than 15 million people in the U.S. undergo bridge and crown replacements each year fueling the market.

North America Dominates the Market and Expected to do Same in the Forecast Period.

North America is expected to dominate the overall dental prosthetics market throughout the forecast period. The dominance is due to the rise in prevalence of accidents and sports injuries along with the rise in intake of junk foods, the rapid growth of the geriatric population leading to dental caries resultant in rising the demand for dental implants and prosthetics in the United States. For instance, according to the American Dental Association, more than 200,000 dentists were practicing in 2018, representing around 61 dentists for every 100,000 people in the United States. Furthermore, each year, more than 600 dentists are starting their practice than those that retire indicating the growth of the market during the forecast period. Also, several factors such as a rise in research activities and technological developments such as 3D printing for dental prosthetics along with increased awareness among the patients may favor the market in this region contributing to its outstanding global market share during the forecast period.

Competitive Landscape

The dental prosthetics market is moderately competitive and consists of several major players. Few of the major players currently dominating the market are making acquisitions with the other companies to consolidate their market positions across the globe and others are launching new products with advanced technologies to enhance the fixation processes and cosmetic appearance. For instance, in March 2019, Straumann Group, a global leader in tooth replacement and orthodontic solutions increased its stake in Anthogyr, French implants, and CAD/CAM prosthetics manufacturer from 30% to full ownership expanding its geographical footprint solutions which are expected to have a positive impact on the overall market growth. Some of the companies which are currently dominating the market are BioHorizons Inc, Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc, Osstem Implant Co Ltd, Nobel Biocare Services AG, and Straumann AG

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