Dental CAD/CAM Market Research Report and Outlook by 2028

The dental CAD/CAM market is projected to expand significantly, growing from US$ 1,829.77 million in 2021 to US$ 3,447.12 million by 2028, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5% during the period from 2021 to 2028.

This report outlines the prevailing trends in the dental CAD/CAM sector and identifies key factors contributing to its expansion. The growth of the dental CAD/CAM market is primarily driven by the rising prevalence of oral diseases, an aging population, and an increasing adoption of chair-side CAD/CAM systems. Conversely, the high costs associated with CAD/CAM systems and the lack of reimbursement options pose challenges to market growth.

Computer-Aided Design and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology automates the process of tooth restoration. It enhances previous technologies by accelerating the design and manufacturing processes, thereby simplifying the creation and placement of dental solutions. This innovation has made possible restorations that were previously unfeasible, aiming to lower unit costs and make dental repairs more accessible. The increasing incidence of tooth loss, a growing edentulous population, the benefits of CAD/CAM restorations over traditional laboratory restorations, advancements in CAD/CAM technology, the rise of dental service organizations, and a heightened demand for sophisticated dental solutions are all expected to propel the growth of the dental CAD/CAM market.

Advancements in digital dentistry have not only improved patient experiences but have also boosted the productivity and profitability of dental practices. A brief overview of CAD/CAM technology in dentistry reveals significant progress in this field. The global economy is anticipated to experience substantial growth in the dental CAD/CAM industry in the upcoming years. Many manufacturers of dental CAD/CAM systems are transitioning to an open architecture, allowing their software to be compatible with various milling units. Innovations in intraoral scanners and CAD technology offer numerous advantages, including enhanced safety and improved patient outcomes. For example, in February 2018, Nobel Biocare introduced its expanded CAD/CAM product, the KaVo LS 3 desktop scanner, in collaboration with KaVo. The combination of increasing dental issues and technological advancements is expected to further stimulate the dental CAD/CAM market.

The dental CAD/CAM market can be categorized based on product types into dental CAD/CAM materials and dental CAD/CAM systems. In 2021, the dental CAD/CAM systems segment dominated the market and is projected to grow at a higher CAGR during the forecast period. The market is also segmented by type into in-office systems and in-lab systems, with the in-lab systems segment holding a larger market share in 2021 and expected to register a higher CAGR moving forward. Additionally, the market is divided into hardware and software components, with hardware leading the market in 2021 and anticipated to grow at a higher CAGR. In terms of application, the market is segmented into dental prosthesis, dental implants, and others, with dental prosthesis holding the largest market share in 2021 and expected to grow at the highest CAGR. Finally, the end-user segment includes dental clinics, dental laboratories, milling centers, and others, with dental clinics holding the largest share in 2021 and projected to grow at the highest CAGR.

Product Insights

The global dental CAD/CAM market is divided into dental CAD/CAM materials and dental CAD/CAM systems. The dental CAD/CAM systems segment held a significant market share in 2021 and is expected to experience a higher CAGR from 2021 to 2028. These systems are designed for various dental applications beyond just restorations. The demand for CAD/CAM-produced restorations has surged due to the use of high-strength materials like alumina and zirconia ceramics, which can only be shaped using CAD/CAM technology. All CAD/CAM systems consist of three main components: data acquisition (scanning), CAD for designing restorations, and CAM for fabricating them.

Type Insights

The market is further categorized into in-office systems and in-lab systems. The in-lab systems segment held a larger market share in 2021 and is expected to grow at a higher CAGR through 2028. These laboratory systems enable the production of high-quality dental fabrications, including crowns and bridges, through digital scanning, design software, and production systems like dental mills or 3D printers. This technology facilitates faster production of dental restorations and components for various dental applications.

Components Insights

The dental CAD/CAM market is also segmented into hardware and software components. The hardware segment includes dental printers, milling machines, scanners, and more. As hardware technology advances, it has expanded the capabilities of dental machines, enabling the production of complex dental restorations.

Application Insights

In terms of application, the market is divided into dental prosthesis, dental implants, and others. The dental prosthesis segment was the largest in 2021 and is expected to grow at the highest CAGR. CAD/CAM systems streamline the manufacturing of prostheses, enhancing the efficiency and standardization of dental restorations.

End User Insights

Finally, the market is segmented by end users, including dental clinics, laboratories, milling centers, and others. The dental clinics segment held the largest market share in 2021, while the dental laboratories segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR. Dental clinics focus on patient education and provide a range of dental services, including preventive and restorative care.

Key sources referenced in the preparation of this report include the National Center for Health Statistics, the Indian Council of Medical Research, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHP), and the World Health Organization (WHO).