Dental CAD/CAM Market Expected to Reach $7.5 Billion by 2032

According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “Dental CAD/CAM Market," The dental cad/cam market was valued at $3.4 billion in 2022, and is estimated to reach $7.5 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 8.1% from 2023 to 2032. The dental CAD/CAM method comprises high-resolution 3D scanning technologies, more accurate, quicker, and simpler design software, and precise subtractive or additive manufacture of novel materials. In all fields of dentistry, computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) are used to build medical equipment that is personalized to the needs of specific patients. These include dentures, orthodontic equipment, and restorations, all of which have witnessed the introduction of new or better choices to the use of CAD/CAM technologies. A substitute for traditional techniques used in making indirect dental restorations as well as fixed dental prostheses is the CAD/CAM technology. By applying digital scans instead of analog ones, CAD/CAM technology obviates some clinical and lab procedures thereby allowing the final custom-made medical device to be delivered quickly and efficiently.   

The dental CAD/CAM market trends are driven by increase in prevalence of dental disorder such as dental caries, cavities, missing teeth, & damage or broken teeth, surge in demand for advanced dental solutions, and increase in number of dental restoration procedures. For instance, according to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, in the U.S., more than 150 million people are missing at least one tooth, yet just over a million treated each year (corresponding to 2.5 million implants) in 2022. That means there are plenty of opportunities for dental implants which drives the demand for dental CAD/CAM industry. In addition, technological advancements in dental restoration techniques such as availability of CAD/CAM systems that extensively use 3-dimensional technology to improve design and creation of dental restorations further boost growth of the market. Moreover, the increase in demand for cosmetic dentistry, owing to high disposable income and focus of individuals on aesthetic appearance fuel growth of the market.   

However, the high initial investment required for acquiring CAD/CAM systems, including hardware, software, and training can be a barrier for some dental practices which may restrain the market growth. This upfront cost can be prohibitive for many dental practices, particularly smaller ones or those operating in resource-constrained settings which may hamper the growth of the market. On the other hand, high growth potential in emerging countries provides a lucrative opportunity for market growth.  

The dental CAD/CAM industry is segmented on the basis of product type, component, end user, and region. Depending on the product type, the market is bifurcated into chairside product and laboratory product. The laboratory product segment dominated the dental CAD/CAM market size in 2022, owing its pivotal role in manufacturing custom-made dental devices, the advancements in CAD/CAM technology enhancing laboratory efficiency, and the increasing adoption of digital workflows in dental laboratories.   

However, the chairside product is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. This is attributed to a rise in shift towards in-office CAD/CAM solutions, allowing dental practitioners to provide same-day restorations and immediate chairside treatments to patients. This trend is fueled by the growing demand for convenience and efficiency in dental care, as patients increasingly seek faster and more convenient treatment options.  

Depending on the component, the market is bifurcated into dental CAD and CAM materials and dental CAD and CAM systems. The dental CAD and CAM system segment dominated the market share in 2022. This is attributed to the rise in technological advancements in dental CAD/CAM market analysis, increasing adoption of digital dentistry practices, and rise in demand for dental prosthetics. 

However, the dental CAD and CAM material segment is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. This is attributed to the increase in adoption of advanced materials for aesthetic dentistry, patient-specific treatments, digital workflows and increase in demand for aesthetic dentistry and patient-specific treatments which has driven the adoption of CAD/CAM materials that enable the creation of highly esthetic and customized dental restorations.  

Depending on the end user, the market is classified into dental clinics, hospitals, and others. The others segment dominated the market share in 2022. This is attributed to their pivotal role in leveraging CAD/CAM technology for dental prosthetics fabrication, research, education, and innovation. However, the dental clinics segment is also expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. This is attributed to the dental clinics increasingly adopting CAD/CAM technology to enhance their clinical capabilities and offer advanced treatment options to patients. In addition, dental clinics leverage CAD/CAM systems to offer a wide range of services, including dental restorations, crowns, veneers, and orthodontic appliances, with the convenience of immediate chairside delivery. This patient-centric approach enhances treatment outcomes, improves patient satisfaction, and drives revenue growth within the dental clinics segment.  

Region wise, Europe was the largest shareholder in the global dental CAD/CAM market in 2022 owing to a well-established and sophisticated healthcare infrastructure, characterized by high levels of accessibility, affordability, and quality of dental care. The region's extensive network of dental clinics, hospitals, and dental laboratories provides comprehensive coverage and access to advanced dental treatments for patients across various demographic segments.  

In addition, the rise in prevalence of tooth loss, adoption of CAD/CAM technology, presence of highly sophisticated healthcare infrastructure, and increase in patient awareness about CAD/CAM-based dental restorations drive the market growth in this region.  

However, Asia-Pacific is anticipated to register the highest CAGR during the dental CAD/CAM market forecast period owing to increase in prevalence of dental disorders, such as edentulism and severe tooth loss, rise in awareness about the use of dental products, growing health care expenditures, and rise in geriatric population in the region. In addition, the rise in technological advancements, innovation in CAD/CAM dentistry, and rise in demand for dental services drives the adoption of CAD/CAM technology within dental practices and laboratories thereby boosting the market growth in this region.  

Key Findings of the Study    

• By product type, the laboratory product segment dominated the global dental CAD/CAM market share in terms of revenue in 2022 and is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. 
• By component, the dental CAD and CAM systems segment dominated the global dental CAD/CAM market size in terms of revenue in 2022 and is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. 
• By end user, the others segment dominated the market in terms of revenue in 2022. However, the dental clinics segment is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. 
• Region wise, North America dominated the dental CAD/CAM market share in terms of revenue in 2022. However, Asia-Pacific is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. .