Medical ceramics are innovative materials used in the health care facilities since they are characterized by high density, biocompatibility, and mechanical properties. It includes inorganic non-metal compositions like alumina, zirconia and hydroxyapatie, which are developed as per higher medical specifications. Its properties of the materials make them suitable for such uses as dental implants, and orthopedic applications, surgery and diagnostics tools among others. These materials are meant to be compatible with human tissue, to be durable and resistant to wear and corrosion to give long lasting performance.
In USA, the medical ceramics has found a wide application in almost all the medical specialties. In dentistry, they are applied in crown, bridges and implants since they are aesthetic and are also strong. Some of these uses are orthopedic; for instance, joint replacement like the hip and knee replacement; in these cases, ceramics are used for their highest strength to wear ratios. Such uses as in the diagnostic imaging and surgical implements also improves on accuracy and efficiency. By incorporating medical ceramics on these applications, it denotes constant improvement of health technology and services.
In April 2024, Kyocera established a new company called KYOCERA Fine ceramics Medical GmbH (KFMG) as part of its expansion and growth strategy.
In November 2023, Watlow® opened a new Ceramic Technology Center at its St. Louis headquarters to develop new materials solutions for its advanced thermal management systems. The center is a $6 million, 12,000-square-foot conversion of available factory space and will initially create 10-15 new high-tech jobs, with the potential for more in the future.
2. Kyocera Corporation
3. Morgan Advanced Materials
4. 3M
5. DSM
6. NGK Spark Plug Co. Ltd
7. DePuy Synthes
8. Zimmer Biomet Holding Inc
9. Straumann
10. BioMérieux SA
In USA, the medical ceramics has found a wide application in almost all the medical specialties. In dentistry, they are applied in crown, bridges and implants since they are aesthetic and are also strong. Some of these uses are orthopedic; for instance, joint replacement like the hip and knee replacement; in these cases, ceramics are used for their highest strength to wear ratios. Such uses as in the diagnostic imaging and surgical implements also improves on accuracy and efficiency. By incorporating medical ceramics on these applications, it denotes constant improvement of health technology and services.
Growth Driver of the United States Medical Ceramics Market
Technological Advancements in Medical Devices
The United States medical ceramics market is primarily influenced by the improvements of medical device technologies. Advances in material science as well as in manufacturing technology have made possible the development of advanced ceramics having superior characteristics; such as biocompatibility and mechanical characteristics. Novel technologies, for instance, 3-dimensional printing and nano technologies can facilitate in the manufacture of better and superior quality medical implants and surgical equipment. These technological enhancements enhance the formulation; of complex and technologically developed medical products that in turn demands advanced medical ceramics in the ever-developing field of healthcare requirements such as dental implants, orthopedic applications, among others. June 2024: Lithoz commences another new 3D printed ceramic serial production dimension in USA.Rising Incidence of Chronic Diseases
One of the major drivers of growth in the United States medical ceramic market is the rise in incidences of chronic diseases. Chronic diseases such as arthritis, osteoporosis, and cardiovascular diseases call for surgical procedures that use medical ceramics used for fabrication of implants and prosthetics. These materials are appreciated for their strength, durability and non-toxicity, that make them suitable for the treatment of chronic diseases, requiring long-term treatment. With the constantly increasing number of chronic diseases, the requirement for the use of high-performance medical ceramics also increases, thereby increasing the market and developing the healthcare industry. According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, CDC, by Feb 2024, about 65. 9% of the population of the US is likely to have been diagnosed at least one primary chronic disease (i. e., heart disease, cancer, diabetes, obesity, hypertension and etc).Aging Population
Prominent trends such as increase in the geriatric population in the United States are boosting the medical ceramic market. With the population of elderly people growing through time, there is an increased need for artificial limbs and organs and other parts of the body as well as products like Orthopedic Implants and Instruments for Bone Surgery which caters for issues like joint breakages and aging bone. Medical ceramics are used in orthopedic implants, dental prosthetics and others because medical ceramics are known to be hard wearing and biocompatible. The continued quest for ways and means to enhance the quality of life of everyone especially senior citizens is the main factor that is able to fuel the growth of the medical ceramic market mainly due to the availability of new materials that are required in the healthcare sector. The population of Americans age 65 and older is expected to rise from 58 million in 2022 to 82 million in 2050, an increase of 47%; the proportion of people in the United States age 65 and older is expected to grow from 17% to 23%, according to the Population Reference Bureau.United States Orthopedic Medical Ceramic Market
The orthopedic medical ceramic industry in the United States is growing, specifically for orthopedic implant applications. Joint replacement procedures, spinal surgeries and bone graft are some of surgical applications of medical ceramics since they are biocompatible, remain strong for a long time and do not wear out easily. Even as the population of aging population in the U.S grows, the incidences of bone related diseases including arthritis, especially osteoarthritis, surge leading to increased orthopedic surgeries. Further, escalated health care expenditure and reimbursement policies supporting orthopedic surgeries prompt market growth. As new technologies are being developed, it can therefore be forecasted that the orthopedic medical ceramic market in the U. S. will increase further in the future. As much as 42,514 people died in fatal car accidents on America roads in 2022; this boosted the medical ceramic business revenue.United States Medical Ceramic Company Analysis
The top companies in the United States Medical Ceramic Market are CeramTec GmbH, Kyocera Corporation, Morgan Advanced Materials, 3M, DSM, NGK Spark Plug Co. Ltd, DePuy Synthes, Zimmer Biomet Holding Inc, Straumann, and BioMérieux SA.United States Medical Ceramic Company News
On May 29, 2024, Himed and Lithoz launched a new Bioceramics Center of Excellence™ (BCoE) at Himed's New York headquarters. The BCoE will focus on R&D using bioceramics for medical device manufacturers and provide analytical services to support rapid prototyping.In April 2024, Kyocera established a new company called KYOCERA Fine ceramics Medical GmbH (KFMG) as part of its expansion and growth strategy.
In November 2023, Watlow® opened a new Ceramic Technology Center at its St. Louis headquarters to develop new materials solutions for its advanced thermal management systems. The center is a $6 million, 12,000-square-foot conversion of available factory space and will initially create 10-15 new high-tech jobs, with the potential for more in the future.
Material Types - Market segmented into 4 Viewpoints
- Bioinert
- Bioactive
- Bioresorbable
- Piezo Ceramics
Application - Market segmented into 4 Viewpoints
- Surgical Instruments
- Plastic Surgery
- Orthopedic
- Dental
Key players have been covered from 4 Viewpoints
- Overviews
- Key Person
- Recent Developments & Strategies
- Product Portfolio & Product Launch in Last 1 Year
- Revenue
Company Analysis
1. CeramTec GmbH2. Kyocera Corporation
3. Morgan Advanced Materials
4. 3M
5. DSM
6. NGK Spark Plug Co. Ltd
7. DePuy Synthes
8. Zimmer Biomet Holding Inc
9. Straumann
10. BioMérieux SA
Table of Contents
1. Introduction2. Research & Methodology3. Executive Summary5. United States Medical Ceramics Market
4. Market Dynamics
6. Market Share - United States Medical Ceramics Market
7. Material Types - United States Medical Ceramics Market
8. Application - United States Medical Ceramics Market
9. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
10. SWOT Analysis
11. Key Players Analysis
Companies Mentioned
- CeramTec GmbH
- Kyocera Corporation
- Morgan Advanced Materials
- 3M
- DSM
- NGK Spark Plug Co. Ltd
- DePuy Synthes
- Zimmer Biomet Holding Inc
- Straumann
- BioMérieux SA
Methodology
In this report, for analyzing the future trends for the studied market during the forecast period, the publisher has incorporated rigorous statistical and econometric methods, further scrutinized by secondary, primary sources and by in-house experts, supported through their extensive data intelligence repository. The market is studied holistically from both demand and supply-side perspectives. This is carried out to analyze both end-user and producer behavior patterns, in the review period, which affects price, demand and consumption trends. As the study demands to analyze the long-term nature of the market, the identification of factors influencing the market is based on the fundamentality of the study market.
Through secondary and primary researches, which largely include interviews with industry participants, reliable statistics, and regional intelligence, are identified and are transformed to quantitative data through data extraction, and further applied for inferential purposes. The publisher's in-house industry experts play an instrumental role in designing analytic tools and models, tailored to the requirements of a particular industry segment. These analytical tools and models sanitize the data & statistics and enhance the accuracy of their recommendations and advice.
Primary Research
The primary purpose of this phase is to extract qualitative information regarding the market from the key industry leaders. The primary research efforts include reaching out to participants through mail, tele-conversations, referrals, professional networks, and face-to-face interactions. The publisher also established professional corporate relations with various companies that allow us greater flexibility for reaching out to industry participants and commentators for interviews and discussions, fulfilling the following functions:
- Validates and improves the data quality and strengthens research proceeds
- Further develop the analyst team’s market understanding and expertise
- Supplies authentic information about market size, share, growth, and forecast
The researcher's primary research interview and discussion panels are typically composed of the most experienced industry members. These participants include, however, are not limited to:
- Chief executives and VPs of leading corporations specific to the industry
- Product and sales managers or country heads; channel partners and top level distributors; banking, investment, and valuation experts
- Key opinion leaders (KOLs)
Secondary Research
The publisher refers to a broad array of industry sources for their secondary research, which typically includes, however, is not limited to:
- Company SEC filings, annual reports, company websites, broker & financial reports, and investor presentations for competitive scenario and shape of the industry
- Patent and regulatory databases for understanding of technical & legal developments
- Scientific and technical writings for product information and related preemptions
- Regional government and statistical databases for macro analysis
- Authentic new articles, webcasts, and other related releases for market evaluation
- Internal and external proprietary databases, key market indicators, and relevant press releases for market estimates and forecasts
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Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 200 |
| Published | October 2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2023 - 2032 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 4.58 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 7.35 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 5.4% |
| Regions Covered | United States |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 10 |
