Dental 3D Printing Market Size – Product & Services (Services, Materials, Equipment), Technology (VAT Photopolymerization, Fused Deposition Modeling), Application (Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, Implants), End User & Forecast, 2024 ­ 2032

Dental 3D Printing Market Size – Product & Services (Services, Materials, Equipment), Technology (VAT Photopolymerization, Fused Deposition Modeling), Application (Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, Implants), End User & Forecast, 2024 ­ 2032

Dental 3D Printing Market Size

Dental 3D Printing Market size was valued at USD 3 billion in 2023 and is poised to grow at a CAGR of 21.5% between 2024 and 2032. Increasing demand for dental restoration, growing number of dental care organizations, and availability of a diverse range of biocompatible materials for dental printing is driving the growth in market. Moreover, rising concerns for reducing turnaround time and material waste across dental laboratories is also driving the revenue growth in market.

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Dental 3D printing market includes services, equipment, and materials used for the creation of dental prostheses, appliances, models, and surgical guides through utilizing the three-dimensional printing technology. Owing to the growing incidence of dental issues like tooth decay, periodontal disease, and dental injuries, there is a rising need for dental restorations and prosthetics.
 

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According to the February 2023 article from Institute of Health Policy and Leadership, the incidence of oral diseases has risen by 50% over the last three decades. This has significantly increased the demand for dental consumables such as crowns, dentures, bridges, and implants. 3D printing technology has significantly aided dental practices in meeting this rising demand by providing efficient and cost-effective methods for producing dental consumables, thereby driving the revenue growth in the market.

Dental 3D printing Market Trends

• The shift from conventional analog techniques to digital dentistry has played a crucial role in driving the adoption of 3D printing within the dental sector. Digital processes such as intraoral scanning, dental computer-aided designing/computer-aided manufacturing (dental CAD/CAM) have streamlined the incorporation of 3D printing solutions across a wide range of dental procedures. Moreover, the introduction of novel biocompatible materials is helping the manufacturers to broaden the array of choices for dental 3D printing, enhancing the aesthetics, strength, and longevity of dental restorations, which has helped in driving the demand for dental 3D printing.

Dental 3D printing Market Analysis

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Based on the products & services, the market is classified into services, materials, and equipment. The equipment is further segmented into dental 3D printers, and dental 3D scanners. Similarly, the material segment is further segmented as resins, plastics, metals, and other materials. The equipment segment dominated the market by securing a share of about 42.7% in 2023.

The dominance is propelled by continuous innovations in 3D printing technologies and enhancements in customization and versatility features by manufacturers in their equipment to cater to a broader customer base.

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Based on the technology, the market is classified into VAT photopolymerization, fused deposition modelling, polyjet printing, selective laser sintering, and other technologies. The VAT photopolymerization segment dominated the dental 3D printing market in 2023 valuing at USD 2.2 billion. The leading share of VAT photopolymerization can be attributed to its high precision and accuracy, compatibility with variety of biocompatible photopolymer resins, reliability, and their easy scalability.

Based on the application, the dental 3D printing market is classified into prosthodontics, orthodontics, dental implants, and other applications. The prosthodontics segment dominated the market in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 9 billion by the end of 2032. Prosthodontic treatments frequently necessitate the production of highly personalized dental prosthetics that cater to the distinctive oral anatomy and aesthetic preferences of each patient. 3D printing technology enables efficient and cost-effective fabrication of dental consumables, thereby driving the demand for prosthodontics in market.

Based on the end user, the dental 3D printing market is classified into dental laboratories, dental hospitals and clinics, and dental academic and research institutes. The dental laboratories segment dominated the market and shared about 57.4% of the market in 2023. The dominating share can be attributed to growing investment by dental laboratories in in state-of-the-art 3D printing equipment and software, increasing demand for streamlining workflow across laboratories, and increasing burden related to manufacturing dental restoration products such as dentures, crowns, and bridges, which has led to growing use of 3D printing practices across dental laboratories.

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North America region is projected to maintain its dominance in the global dental 3D printing market and is anticipated to reach USD 6.3 billion by 2032.

• North America dominates the dental 3D printing industry owing to several factors including increasing demand for advanced dental products, presence of numerous dental 3D printing equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers, availability of insurance coverage on dental care, and significant awareness for 3D printing of dental products. 

U.S. dental 3D printing market was valued at USD 1 billion in 2023.

• Increasing demand for restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, and implant dentistry in the U.S. is indicating a rising demand for comprehensive dental restoration services, fuelling the demand for dental 3D printing services, equipment, and materials.
• Furthermore, increasing number of dental care organizations, increasing demand for advanced dental products, and presence of numerous dental 3D printing equipment manufacturers; suppliers; and service providers is also helping to fuel the market growth.

UK has emerged as a key country in the global market for dental 3D printing, showcasing a significant growth potential.

• Presence of well-established dental industry with a large number of dental care centers in the country, growth in investments for the development of advanced and biocompatible dental 3D printing material, and growing awareness for dental care is driving the market growth in the UK.

China is anticipated to witness lucrative growth between 2024 – 2032.

• China's dental industry is experiencing significant growth, propelled by urbanization, aging population, and heightened awareness of oral health. Dental laboratories, clinics, and manufacturing facilities are incorporating 3D printing technology to enhance efficiency, precision, and patient care.
• Additionally, the government's support for the development and adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies, including additive manufacturing (3D printing), and increasing awareness for oral health is further supporting the market growth in China.

Dental 3D Printing Market Share

The dental 3D printing industry is highly competitive and fragmented with the presence of several established players and new entrants. Established market players have adopted product launches, partnership, and collaborations as their key growth strategies to gain competitive edge over their rivals.

Dental 3D Printing Market Companies

Prominent players operating in the dental 3D printing industry are as mentioned below

• 3D Systems, Inc.
• Align Technology, Inc.
• ASIGA
• Carbon, Inc.
• Desktop Metal, Inc.
• DWS S.r.l.
• EOS GmbH
• Formlabs
• GE Additive
• Nanjing Chamlion Laser Technology Co., Ltd. 
• Prodways Group
• Rapid Shape GmbH
• Roland DGA Corporation
• SLM Solutions
• Stratasys, Ltd.

Dental 3D Printings Industry News

• In February 2024, Nanjing Chamlion Laser Technology Co., Ltd. announced to enter into a collaboration with 3DRPD for establishing a cutting-edge production center in Las Vegas NV in 2024. This facility will specialize in the local production of groundbreaking dental items, including Titanium partial frameworks and hybrid ALL-ON-X bridges, both manufactured using cutting-edge 3D printing technology.
• In July 2023, Carbon, Inc. announced its collaboration with Desktop Health (Desktop Metal) to introduce Flexcera Family Resins onto the Carbon Digital Manufacturing Platform. These resins, classified as FDA 510(k) Class II, represent a new generation of hybrid nanoceramic materials approved for various permanent and temporary dental restorations.

The dental 3D printing market research report includes an in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue in USD Million from 2021 – 2032 for the following segments

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Market, By Product & Services

• Services            
• Materials         
  • Resins
  • Plastics
  • Metals
  • Other materials 
• Equipment      
  • Dental 3D printers
  • Dental 3D scanners

Market, By Technology

• VAT photopolymerization      
  • Stereolithography
  • Digital light processing
  • Liquid crystal display 
• Selective laser sintering           
• Polyjet printing            
• Fused deposition modeling    
• Other technologies     

Market, By Application

• Prosthodontics
• Orthodontics
• Dental implants
• Other applications

Market, By End User

• Dental laboratories
• Dental hospitals and clinics
• Dental academic and research institutes

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada 
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Netherlands
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa