Intraoral Scanner Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2022 - 2027)

Intraoral Scanner Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2022 - 2027)

The intraoral scanner market is expected to register a CAGR of nearly 8.7% during the forecast period (2022-2027).

The COVID-19 pandemic has been continuing to transform the growth of various markets, and the immediate impact of the pandemic is varied. While a few industries registered a drop in demand, numerous other markets remain unscathed and show promising growth opportunities. Initially, the outbreak of COVID-19 showed a strong impact on the intraoral scanner market because patients' visits to dental clinics and hospitals were significantly reduced due to the social distancing and lockdown measures taken by governments globally. The SARS-CoV2 viral transmission in dentistry was anticipated to happen by air, droplets, and touch, according to a paper that was published in BMC Oral Health in October 2020 with the title "COVID-19 transmission risk and protective protocols in dentistry: a systematic review."

Additionally, in March 2020, the American Dental Association (ADA) published recommendations for a dental emergency and non-emergency care. Apart from conditions involving acute pain, infection, or trauma, the removal of teeth that are not showing any symptoms, and restorative dentistry, which includes the treatment of asymptomatic carious lesions and cosmetic dental procedures, are all considered non-emergencies by the American Dental Association (ADA). However, during the COVID-19 pandemic, emergency dental procedures were mentioned with tooth fractures, dental treatment cementation, pericoronitis, etc.

Furthermore, about 70% of dentists did not undertake non-emergency treatments during the pandemic, according to a survey titled "The influence of COVID-19 pandemic on dental practise in Iran: a questionnaire-based report" that was published in December 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant influence on the health care system, including the dentistry business, according to a recent study by FAIR Health on the use of dental services in the United States in September 2020. When the epidemic first spread widely in the United States in March and April, many dental offices went on the emergency-only closure schedule. The current COVID-19 pandemic and the significant risk of viral transmission during dental operations make it likely that the industry under study will be influenced by the pandemic.

Additionally, the major factors responsible for the growth of the intraoral scanner market include rapid technological advancements, an increase in the geriatric population, and a rise in dental disorders. According to the World Health Organization (2020), oral diseases affected nearly 3.5 billion people and over 530 million children suffered from caries affecting their primary teeth. The introduction of intraoral scanners in the dental devices market has modernized the dental practice landscape. These have eliminated the limitations of taking tooth impressions and helped dentists in instantly transferring and manipulating data. The global geriatric population has increased in recent years. According to a report published by the United Nations, around 727 million people were in the age group of 65 years and above in 2020, and the number is expected to reach 1.5 billion by 2050, i.e., about 16% of the global population. Moreover, a positive correlation between the geriatric population and an increase in incidences of tooth loss and other dental-related disorders are expected to have a positive impact on the market growth.

However, the lack of skilled professionals in developing economies, like India and China, and the high cost of intraoral scanners may restrain the market growth.

Key Market TrendsStandalone Intraoral Scanner Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Market Share During the Forecast Period

Standalone devices are expected to witness promising growth due to the improved workflow of dental professionals in oral scanning procedures and improved outputs of these devices. But, due to the introduction of miniature portable intraoral scanners in the market, the incorporation of the side-oriented tip in small intraoral scanners has made the buccal surface scans much easier, quicker, and more effective. Thus, the enhanced output offered by these devices is expected to fuel the growth of the segment. Oral illnesses affect people throughout their lives, causing pain, suffering, disfigurement, and sometimes death. They are a significant health burden for many nations. According to World Health Organization (WHO) oral health data from 2020, there are an estimated 3.5 billion people worldwide who are affected by oral illnesses. More than 530 million kids worldwide get dental caries in their primary teeth (milk teeth). Additionally, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from December 2020, about half (46%) of all persons aged 30 or older have gum disease; about 9% of adults have severe gum disease. Additionally, according to the October 2020 Borgen Project, 60% to 80% of kids and 85% to 90% of adults both have dental caries. The market for intraoral scanners is expected to grow as a result of this increasing demand for dental services.

A new wireless wand with the same speed, precision, and lightness, the i700 wireless intraoral scanner, was also introduced by Medit in April 2021. Therefore, the studied sub-segment is anticipated to rise over the forecast period due to the benefits associated with scanners, the rising demand for scanners, and the growing focus by major players on the development and marketing of improved scanners. Businesses are investing in this sector as a result of the rising demand for scanners. In order to develop a global presence in the field of digital restorative dentistry, Zimmer Biomet and Align Technology, Inc. entered into a multilateral distribution agreement in September 2019 for the distribution of the iTero Element series of intraoral scanners. The segment is thus anticipated to expand over the course of the forecast period as a result of the benefits associated with scanners and rising demand for scanners to assess various dental conditions.

North America is Expected to Hold a Significant Market Share During the Forecast Period

North America is estimated to dominate the market, registering high growth. A rise in the geriatric population susceptible to oral disorders, a large number of patients suffering from dental problems, and advanced healthcare infrastructure are the key factors contributing to the expansion of its revenue share. According to the American Academy of Periodontology report of 2019, half of the American adults above 30 years of age have periodontitis in one or more teeth – the more advanced form of periodontal disease that approximately 64.7 million Americans suffer from. With the rising number of dental disorders, the demand in the market is expected to grow.

Additionally, as the country's healthcare system develops and dental problems become more well known, more people are anticipated to visit dentists and hospitals, which will support the expansion of the intraoral scanner market in the region. For instance, according to data from the 2020 National Health Survey Interview, more than half of all adults in the nation over the age of 18 visited a dentist in 2019 or about 63%. It can be inferred that given the high percentage of adults visiting dentists, the demand for intraoral scanners is expected to increase for more accurate diagnostics, which would have a positive effect.

Due to technological advancements, the key market players in the country are launching new and advanced scanners, which is also expected to have a significant impact on the growth of the studied market in the region. For instance, in October 2019, Planmeca USA introduced the Planmeca Emerald S intraoral scanner. It is an improved version of the Planmeca Emerald and has the ability to offer hyper-speed image capture that is 2.5 times faster than the Planmeca Emerald. It can also capture full arch scans in less than 2 minutes. Similar to this, Intelliscan introduced its Intelliscan 3D intraoral scanner in March 2021. This scanner uses artificial intelligence to make intraoral scanning easier and more user-friendly. Therefore, during the study's forecast period, the aforementioned reasons are anticipated to fuel the expansion of the intraoral scanners market in the region.

Competitive Landscape

The intraoral scanner market is competitive and consists of several major players. In terms of market share, a few major players are currently dominating the market. Some of the companies that are currently dominating the market are 3M, 3 Shape AS, Align Technology Inc., Carestream Dental LLC, Condor, Densys Ltd, Straumann, Dentsply Sirona Inc., Guangdong Launca Medical Device Technology Co. Ltd, and Planmeca Oy.

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