An Increase in The Number of Orthodontic Patients Suffering from Conditions Such As Malocclusions and Temporomandibular Jaw Misalignment is Escalating the Growth of the Clear Aligners Market
Published: Nov, 2022
Transparent trays made of a special material are referred to as clear aligners. This dental equipment is used to improve the posture of misaligned or crooked teeth. These orthodontic systems are used to straighten teeth and provide an excellent alternative to traditional braces. The increased number of people suffering from malocclusions is expected to have a significant impact on the growth of the clear aligners market. In many countries, the epidemiology and evaluation of orthodontic treatment are critical. Malocclusion is the third most common oral pathology, after dental caries and periodontal disease. According to the Dental Tribune, Align Technology sold 1.6 million clear aligner cases in 2020, up from 1.5 million in 2019. The company also stated that adult and adolescent Invisalign aligner adoption increased by 36.7% and 38.7%, respectively, in 2020, and that aligner adoption among adolescent or younger patients was the highest during the pandemic.
According to Marketlook Consulting’s research report “Global Clear Aligners Market Analysis, 2021”, the Global Clear Aligners market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 24.8% during 2022-29 The market would reach USD 27.0 Bn by 2029.
Based on Age Type, the Clear Aligners market is segmented into Teens and Adults. In 2021, the adult segment had the highest revenue share of more than 60.0%. Malocclusion is a common dental condition in the general population, and it can cause problems such as impaired dentofacial aesthetics, disturbances in oral function such as mastication, swallowing, and speech, and increased susceptibility to trauma and periodontal disease.
Based on End-user Type, it is divided into Hospitals and Dental and Orthodontic Clinics. According to Today's RDH, a digital media company for Registered Dental Professionals, there are numerous advantages to using private dental services, including a wider range of dental treatments, shorter wait times, specialist and quality service, and widespread use of cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment equipment and materials.
“Global Clear Aligners Market Analysis, 2021” provides comprehensive qualitative and quantitative insights on the industry potential, key factors impacting sales and purchase decisions, hotspots, and opportunities available for Clear Aligners providers across the Globe. Moreover, the report also encompasses the key strategic imperatives for success for competitors along with strategic factorial indexing measuring competitors’ capabilities on 16 parameters. This will help companies in the formulation of Go to Market Strategies and identifying the blue ocean for its offerings.
North America Dominated the Market
In 2021, North America held grabbed the major market share. This is due to increased R&D investments, the local presence of global players, and their efforts to obtain new patents. According to an American Dental Association survey, 85% of Americans value dental health and consider oral health to be an important component of overall care. There are four million people in the United States wearing braces, with 25% of them being adults, and the introduction of clear tray-style aligners has piqued the interest of many patients who want to improve their smile but prefer to avoid the metal-mouth look of braces. Additionally, the presence of a highly developed healthcare infrastructure and rising healthcare spending are two other important factors anticipated to propel industry growth over the forecast period as stated in the Marketlook Consulting research report “Global Clear Aligners Market Analysis, 2021”.
According to Marketlook Consulting’, the key players with a considerable market share in the global Clear Aligners market are Align Technology, Inc., The 3M Company, Dentsply Sirona, Argen Corporation, Henry Schein Inc., TP Orthodontics, Inc, Institut Straumann AG, Patterson Companies Inc., Envista Holdings Corporation, 3Shape A/S.
Market Segmentation:
- By Age Type (Adults, Teens)
- By End-user Type (Hospitals, Dental and Orthodontic Clinics)
- By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa)
- By Company (Align Technology, Inc., The 3M Company, Dentsply Sirona, Argen Corporation, Henry Schein Inc., TP Orthodontics, Inc, Institut Straumann AG, Patterson Companies Inc., Envista Holdings Corporation, 3Shape A/S)
Key questions answered in the study:
- What are the current and future trends of the Clear Aligners industry?
- How the industry has been evolving in terms of aging, and end-users?
- How the competition has been shaping across the countries followed by their comparative factorial indexing?
- What are the key growth drivers and challenges for the Clear Aligners industry?
- What is the customer orientation, purchase behavior, and expectations from the Clear Aligners firms across various regions?