Dental X-rays allow dentists to identify common dental issues like cavities, gum disease, and infections. These photographs are taken using a modest dose of radiation. Radiographs, referred to as X-rays, are crucial components of every dental care treatment process. In addition to being diagnostic, devices can also be proactive by assisting a dentist in identifying potential oral health issues before they worsen. Before being absorbed by any thick tissue, an energy type known as an x-ray can pass through soft tissues. Since teeth and bones are dense, they absorb X-rays instead of gums and cheeks, allowing X-rays to pass through more easily. Digital dental X-rays have lately gained popularity since they are safer and more practical than traditional imaging methods.
According to the WHO Global Oral Health Status Report (2022), about 3.5 billion people worldwide suffer from oral diseases, with three out of every four individuals residing in middle-income nations. Five hundred and fourteen million children worldwide suffer from primary tooth decay, while 2 billion adults are known to have permanent tooth decay. Growing dental diseases and increased dental awareness is estimated to boost the dental x-rays market share in the coming years. Root canals, crowns, maxillofacial surgeries, bonding operations, and dental fillings are the principal procedures included in routine exams. Therefore, it is projected that dental X-rays market share will rise due to routine dental exams. The incidence issues have increased due to a surge in dental X-ray procedures, propelling market share expansion.
Additionally, there is a rise in dental procedures due to people's demand for better oral care. Most purchasers of dental x-ray equipment are hospitals and dental offices. According to studies, periodontal disease, which causes tooth loss, affects 15 to 20% of adults between the ages of 35 and 44. In addition, 4 tongue and oral cavity carcinoma cases are reported globally for every 100,000 people. Poor eating is one of the causes of oral issues globally, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Cigarette smoking and alcohol consumption are two other significant factors that have increased the demand for dental X-rays.Â
The supply chain for the entire medical equipment sector, along with the dental X-ray industry share, has been severely disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The need for dental X-rays is anticipated to rise following the pandemic, despite this brief decrease initially. For instance, The American Dental Association (ADA) suggested dental offices to postpone elective dental procedures until April 30, 2020, and only provide emergency dental care to avoid patients from overtaxing hospital emergency departments.Â
Over 5 million Americans aged between 65 to 74 have lost all of their teeth, with nearly 3 million being edentulous, primarily due to dental caries, according to the American Dental Association (2020). Numerous technological developments have been ongoing in the dental X-rays market. The Cone-beam Computed Tomography System (CBCT) is one such ground-breaking invention. CBCT includes features allowing quick, precise, and 3-D imaging of the patient to look at dental issues. This method has effectively overcome the drawbacks of traditional 2-D X-ray imaging to support accurate investigations and the diagnosis of dental problems.
New product launches to flourish the market
With approvals and product launches, many players are evolving in the dental X-rays market. For instance, Pearl, the market leader in dental AI solutions, got FDA approval in March 2022 for Second Opinion, their AI-powered, real-time pathology detection system. This system enables dentists to precisely identify a wide range of typical dental diseases in patient X-rays. Likewise, Surround Medical Systems' proprietary PORTRAY dental imaging system was granted 510(k) pre-market clearance by the US Food and Drug Administration in August 2021.Â
In August 2021, Zimmer Biomet Holdings had planned to separate its dental and spine divisions to create NewCo, a fresh, independent, publicly traded corporation. The deal resulted in faster growth and greater value for all stakeholders as it sharpened the focus of Zimmer Biomet and NewCo on serving patients' and customers' requirements. Another development in the market is that of Align Technology's new system innovation for orthodontic and restorative dentistry treatment planning, that includes Cbct integration with Clincheck treatment planning software. Data from cone beam computed tomography (Cbct) scans and intraoral scans are digitally integrated into Clincheck treatment plans, allowing dentists to confidently expand diagnosis and treat more patients using Invisalign Clear Aligners.
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By Product Type: Due to technical improvements and digital innovation, the digital type segment is estimated to acquire a significant market share. Due to the growing usage of digital sensors, the demand for digital dental X-ray types is anticipated to grow. Digital sensors' rising acceptance rates are attributed to factors like shorter operation times and improved imaging quality. The market is expanding because of the growing popularity of cosmetic dentistry and the anticipated increase in radiography requirements.
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