Dental Sterilization Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2022 - 2027)

Dental Sterilization Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2022 - 2027)

The Dental Sterilization Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% over the forecast period (2022-2027)

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has had a significant impact on the healthcare system, particularly dental care. Dentistry is considered to be linked to the nosocomial spread of infection due to certain characteristics of dental care, such as aerosol generation and proximity to patients. Because of the risk of infection spreading in both directions between patients and dental care professionals, it's vital to take extra precautions to prevent COVID-19 from spreading. According to the study "Optimizing Safe Dental Practice During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Recommendations Based on a Guide Developed for Dental Practices in China" published in the Frontier in Medicine in May 2021, the Use of rubber dams in dental practices should also be encouraged. Mouthwashes that are effective against COVID-19, disinfection, and sterilization should be used. Additionally, the use of sharp instruments during practice exposes dental care professionals to occupational exposure due to the complicated structures of the turbine handpiece, saliva ejector, and dental chair drainage pipe that are difficult to clean and disinfect. During the COVID-19 pandemic, this could increase the risk of cross-infection among dentists, nurses, and patients and make it challenging to prevent and control. Hence, conventional manual surface disinfection needs to be improved, and dentists should consider combining appropriate disinfectants with no-touch decontamination technologies to improve sterilization procedures. Therefore, it is creating lucrative opportunities for the dental sterilization market. In turn, it is expected to be continued in the given time frame.

The growing prevalence of dental ailments (edentulism, dental caries, and other periodontal diseases), the increasing demand for cosmetics dentistry, the increasing number of dental surgeries, and the increasing risks of cross-transmission are the prime factors responsible for the growth of the dental sterilization market. As per a March 2022 update by the World Health Organization (WHO), it is estimated that oral diseases affect nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide and severe periodontal (gum) disease, which may result in tooth loss, is also very common, with almost 10% of the global population affected. In dentistry, it is very important to have an effective and efficient way of controlling any type of infection to ensure the patient’s wellbeing. This will lead to increased adoption of dental sterilization devices, thereby expected to drive the growth of the studied market. ​

Moreover, guidelines for the prevention of cross-transmission are common practice in many countries. Various infection control programs are initiated for this purpose that is increasing awareness about the cleaning and sterilization of dental devices and instruments. For instance, in January 2022, the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) collaborated with Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) to develop two new dental infection control certifications: the Certified in Dental Infection Prevention and Control (CDIPC) certification and the Dental Industry Specialist in Infection Prevention and ControlTM (DISIPCTM) certification. Therefore, increased consumer demand for dental sterilization equipment is anticipated to fuel the market's expansion. This is due to increased awareness of dental sterilization procedures.

However, the global dental sterilization market is likely to be hampered by an increase in the outsourcing of dental sterilization services to third-party reprocessors and stricter regulations on dental devices.

Key Market TrendsThe High-temperature Sterilizers Segment is Expected to Show Significant Growth Over the Forecast Period

The high-temperature sterilizers segment accounted for the largest share in the market and is expected to be the dominant market during the forecast period. The growth can be attributed to the cost-effective and reliable nature of the instruments and their efficiency in disinfecting complicated dental devices. The development of a safe and comfortable environment for patients is one of the critical priorities of dental healthcare providers.

A dental high-temperature sterilizer is utilized for proper sanitization of dental equipment after use. The high steam sterilizer uses high pressure, temperature, and steam to combat debris and bacteria. The steam sterilizers meet the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC’s) requirements for proper sterilization, allowing dentist offices to reuse various instruments and tools.

Moreover, according to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) March 2020 update, dental treatment averages 5% of total health expenditure and 20% of out-of-pocket health expenditure in most high-income countries. Additionally, as dental procedures increase, it is anticipated that the sterilization of the equipment will increase over the forecast period due to the high demand for sophisticated dental services, such as dental surgeries.

Additionally, more technologically advanced products are being introduced by the major market players to bring down the cost of sterilization and effectively sterilize equipment. For instance, In September 2020, Midmark Corp. launched its new Sterilizer Data Logger and upgraded Midmark M3 Steam Sterilizer made available. Both bring efficiency, compliance, and speed to the processing of instruments.

Thus, the factors mentioned above are expected to aid the target segment growth over the forecast period.

North America Holds the Largest Market Share and is Projected to Follow the Same Trend over the Forecast Period

North America accounted for the largest share of the market due to factors such as the increasing awareness of oral healthcare, increasing incidences of dental diseases, and increasing demand for advanced cosmetic dental procedures. According to the American Dental Association Report 2021, in the United States, more than 5 million people aged 65 to 74 have complete tooth loss, with nearly 3 million edentulous in 2020. Tooth loss, on the other hand, is primarily a problem for the elderly. This is because 91%of adults aged 20 to 64 have dental caries, with a staggering 27% going untreated in the same year. Thus, the geriatric loss is a common problem due to dental diseases, thereby driving the demand for dental sterilization devices is likely to boost the overall target market growth in the studied period.​

Also, the National Institute of Health article titled 'Estimates of Funding for Various Research, Condition, and Disease Categories' published in June 2021 reported that an estimated USD 638 million annual research support for dental/Oral and Craniofacial Disease based on grants, contracts, and other funding mechanisms used across the National Institutes of Health. It is anticipated that the demand for sterilization equipment will rise alongside research activity for new technologies and treatments as a result of the rising research funding for dental diseases. The market will expand as a result. Additionally, In June 2022, the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation awarded a USD 550,000 grant to the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine to help Western New York's homeless and underinsured families access dental care. Such initiatives support dental practices thereby rise in demand for sterilization of dental equipment hence it is expected to boost the market growth.

Moreover, several market players are engaged in the implementation of strategic initiatives, thereby contributing to market growth. For instance, in March 2020, W&H Dentalwerk launched Lyla, an S-type autoclave, which is future-proof and best-performing for safe reprocessing and infection prevention. It also includes a feature to upgrade from S to B type autoclave. Such strategic partnership by key players will aid to attain a significant market share in the region. in turn, and it is expected to fuel the overall market growth in the forecasted period.

Competitive Landscape

The Dental Sterilization market is moderately competitive and consists of several major players. Key Players operating in the market include A-dec, Inc., Dentsply Sirona, Getinge AB, Matachana Group, Midmark Corporation, Planmeca Group, SciCan Ltd., W&H, Cantel Medical Corporation, Hu-Friedy, Planmeca Oy among others.

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