Market Snapshot
Clear Aligners market is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 20.80% in the duration of the forecast period. Market Research Future presents Clear Aligners Industry future scope with Information by Product Type (Hard, Medium and Soft), Age (Adult and Teenager), Distribution Channel (Direct Sales and Laboratories) and Regional Analysis, Forecast till 2025
The increasing level of acceptance and demand for clear aligners is amplifying the expansion of the market steadily. The benefits of clear aligners are multiplying the number of individuals who are opting for it. This is primarily due to the improving number of individuals electing for cosmetic dental procedures since the past few years. The clear aligners market is expected to progress at a 20.80% CAGR while earning revenues worth USD 3982.30 Million in the duration of the forecast period. The evolution in terms of technology such as 3D printing, dental CAD software, and thermoforming machines is projected to transform the market favorably in the coming years.
Rapid technological advancement is aiding the evolution of dentistry with the development of advanced dental devices. Rise in prevalence of dental diseases and increase in geriatric population all over the world are inducing high demand for advanced dental devices which is leading to the significant growth of the global clear aligners market. High healthcare expenditure in developed and developing regions and increasing popularity of aesthetic dentistry among young population have created multiple opportunities for the expansion of the global clear aligners market. However, the treatment time required for clear aligners is comparatively higher than other procedures. Hence, the high treatment time, availability of cheaper products and lack of awareness among the population of underdeveloped areas are posing as a threat to the growth of the global clear aligners market.
Competitive Dashboard:
Globally, a large number of companies are working in the development and production of clear aligners. These major companies have adopted extensive research, in order to offer better and cost-effective products. The American and European regions are a hub for major companies, generating maximum market share which has turned these regions into a well-established market. These companies have expanded their operating units in various other regions as well. Moreover, there are various other small and medium scale players that generate revenue from the local market.
Some key players operating in this market are
- Align Technology, Inc.,
- Institut Straumann AG,
- Danaher Corporation,
- Dentsply Sirona,
- Clarus,
- 3M, among others.
Segmentation:
The global clear aligners market has been segmented into product type, age, distribution channel, and region.
Based on product type, the global market has been segmented into hard, medium, and soft.
Based on age, the global market has been divided into teenager and adult. The teenager segment is likely to hold the maximum share in the global market with a value of 1427.98 million in 2018.
Based on distribution channel, the global market has been divided into direct sales and distributor.
The global clear aligners market, based on region, is segmented into– the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa.
The Americas is expected to command the largest market share due to aesthetic dentistry and other vast specialized services present in countries of North America. Additionally, the rising health expenditure per person and increasing demand for advanced technologies are driving the growth of the clear aligners market in these countries. Additionally, the presence of a large number of noticeable players in this region is the major driving factor of the market in the Americas.
Europe accounts for the second-largest market, majorly due to the soaring demand for dental procedures. Additionally, the increasing incidences of oral problems, vast application of technologically advanced techniques, and the growing importance of treatment, planning, and diagnosis in implant dentistry in European countries are driving the clear aligners market in Europe.
Asia-Pacific with lots of opportunities and continuously growing economies is expected to be the fastest-growing region. Furthermore, recent developments in healthcare and improving economies and disposable income per individual are fueling market growth.
The Middle East & Africa is expected to grow significantly during the forecast period due to the increasing cases of dental abnormalities and the demand for better teeth-related treatments in the region.