Dental Fillings Market Size Is Poised To Reach $9.08 Billion By 2026: Grand View Research Inc.

 

The global dental fillings market size is projected to reach USD 9.08 billion by 2026, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is expected to expand at a CAGR of 7.2% over the forecast period. Growing patient awareness regarding the severity of dental diseases and the rising number of professional dental surgeons across the globe are some of the major market drivers. According to the America Dental Association, about 195,722 dentists were practicing in U.S. in 2015, this number is expected to grow by 7.9% by 2035.

Rising efforts for developing new tooth filling materials and techniques is anticipated to create growth opportunities in the market. Scientists have discovered a drug called Tideglusib, for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. This drug stimulates stem cells at the source of new dentine and promotes natural teeth regrowth mechanism. It can allow repair the tooth cavity. Such research activities are anticipated to drive the growth of the dental fillings market in the forthcoming years.

Rising awareness and ban by the EU governments on the use mercury in dental fillings is expected to hinder the market growth. The dental amalgam is proved unsafe, especially for children and pregnant women as it is 50% mercury. If digested, it can damage cardiovascular, renal, and nervous system. Hence, the material is banned in Europe. Nonetheless, growing use of alternatives, such as porcelain, gold, and composite resins is anticipated to create growth opportunities for the market in near future.

Dentistry is expected to play a major role in medical tourism in countries like India. Dental services are economically priced in these countries as compared to the developed nations. The growing medical tourism market in other emerging countries of Asia Pacific like Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia is expected to drive the demand for dental filling in the forthcoming years.

Dental caries is one of the highly prevalent oral diseases among children and the elderly population in the developing nations, due to unhealthy dietary habits and poor dental hygiene. According to the World Dental Federation, approximately 3.9 billion individuals are affected by dental caries annually, affecting almost half of the world’s population. Dental caries and periodontal diseases are also prevalent in approximately 15% to 20% adult population (between 35 to 44 age group). Such high prevalence is anticipated to drive the demand.

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The companies are adopting growth strategies, such as mergers and acquisitions, expansion of product portfolio, and R&D in filling materials, among others.

Nobio, a manufacturer of microbes-resistant materials recently received FDA approval for microbial resistant dental fillings. As the name suggests, this dental filling is less prone to bacteria compared to metallic filling. The company also studied that annually, approximately 200 million dental restorations are performed in the U.S. Amongst these, two-third population demand the replacement of previous restorations due to contact with bacteria or re-development of dental caries. Owing to this, Nobio introduced microbe-resistant materials, which are not solvent, non-toxic, and durable. Some of the prominent players in the dental fillings market include:

  • Dentsply Sirona
  • GC America
  • SDI Limited
  • Coltene Whaledent
  • DenMat Holdings
  • DMG Chemisch-Pharmazeutische Fabrik
  • Kettenbach
  • Kuraray Noritake Dental
  • Kerr Corporation

Grand View Research has segmented the global dental fillings market based on fillings type:

Dental Filling Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2015 - 2026)

  • Direct
    • Amalgam
    • Composites
    • Glass Ionomer
    • Other Direct Fillings
  • Indirect
    • All ceramic
    • Metal-Ceramic
    • Metal Alloys
    • Other Indirect Fillings

About Grand View Research

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