UAE Dental Tourism Market By Service (Dental Implants, Orthodontics, Dental Cosmetics); By Providers (Hospitals, Dental Clinics), Competitive Landscape & Forecast, 2019–2029

UAE Dental Tourism Market By Service (Dental Implants, Orthodontics, Dental Cosmetics); By Providers (Hospitals, Dental Clinics), Competitive Landscape & Forecast, 2019–2029

UAE Dental Tourism Market Size Set to Touch USD 284.6 Million by 2029

UAE dental tourism market is flourishing due to advanced healthcare infrastructure, skilled dental professionals, competitive pricing, state-of-the-art dental facilities, and the country's reputation as a safe and attractive tourist destination.

BlueWeave Consulting, a leading strategic consulting and market research firm, in its recent study, estimated the UAE dental tourism market size at USD 182.36 million in 2022. During the forecast period between 2023 and 2029, BlueWeave expects the UAE dental tourism market size to grow at a robust CAGR of 7.70% reaching a value of USD 284.57 million by 2029. The dental tourism industry in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is flourishing. With top-notch medical facilities, knowledgeable dentists, and affordable dental care, the nation drew an increasing number of foreign tourists in need of dental care. The trend is being fueled by things like rising dental tourism awareness, better transit alternatives, and the UAE's standing as a top tourist destination. The government's initiatives to advance medical tourism also contributed to the industry's growth.

UAE Dental Tourism Market – Overview

Dental tourism refers to the practice of traveling to foreign countries to access affordable and high-quality dental care. It has gained popularity due to significant cost savings compared to domestic dental treatments in developed countries. Patients seek dental procedures, such as implants, crowns, and cosmetic dentistry while combining treatment with leisure travel. Destinations offering dental tourism often provide well-equipped facilities, skilled dentists, and streamlined services. However, potential risks include varying quality standards, language barriers, and limited follow-up care. Despite challenges, dental tourism continues to attract individuals seeking cost-effective dental solutions with the added benefit of exploring new destinations.

Impact of COVID-19 on UAE Dental Tourism Market

The COVID-19 pandemic adversely affected UAE dental tourism market. With international travel restrictions and health concerns, the influx of foreign patients seeking dental treatments has dwindled. The industry, once flourishing due to its reputation for high-quality and cost-effective dental services, faced a sharp decline in revenue and patient numbers. Dental clinics and practitioners had to adapt to stringent safety protocols, leading to increased operating costs. The uncertainty surrounding the pandemic's duration and potential resurgence affected the market's recovery. However, during the post COVID-19 pandemic era, the UAE dental tourism market is expected to regain its growth.

UAE Dental Tourism Market – By Providers

By providers, UAE dental tourism market is divided into Hospitals and Dental Clinics segments. The dental clinics segment is a higher contributor to the growth of UAE dental tourism market. During the forecast period, the category is expected to increase at a rapid pace. Dental practices are expanding all over the world. The number of independent dentistry clinics is likely to grow in the next years. This is owing to rising provider competition and demand for cost-effective therapies.

Competitive Landscape

UAE dental tourism market is fiercely competitive. Major companies in the market include Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd, Fortis Healthcare, Clove Dental, Medlife Group, Raffles Medical Group, Oris Dental Centre, and Dubai Dental Hospital. These companies use various strategies, including increasing investments in their R&D activities, mergers, and acquisitions, joint ventures, collaborations, licensing agreements, and new product and service releases to further strengthen their position in UAE dental tourism market.

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