India Dental Devices Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2022 - 2027)

The India Dental Devices market is projected to register a CAGR of 6.5 % during the forecast period (2022-2027).

The COVID-19 pandemic has been transforming the growth of numerous markets, and the pandemic's immediate impact is varied. While some industries have seen a demand reduction, many others have remained unaffected and are showing signs of hopeful growth. Initially, the outbreak of COVID-19 showed a strong impact on the Indian dental devices market because patients' visits to dental clinics and hospitals were significantly reduced due to the social distancing and lockdown measures taken by governments globally.

There has been an increase in the number of dental implants and oral procedures performed due to the rise in oral disorders, particularly among youngsters and the elderly. Dental caries, oral malignancies, and periodontal disorders are all major oral health concerns in the United States. As per the October 2020 blog of the Borgen Project on "Issues of Dental Health in India," oral health issues are important in India because the country has one of the highest rates of oral cancer in the world. Poor oral hygiene, cigarette use, and a sugary diet are all factors that contribute to dental disorders in India. Furthermore, in India, a lack of understanding about the importance of dental health contributes to the incidence of dental problems. According to the same source, 85% to 90% of adults and 60 to 80 percent of children have dental cavities in India. In addition, approximately 30% of children have misaligned jaws and teeth.

However, high treatment costs and a lack of awareness about oral health in many developing nations, such as India, limit market expansion.

Key Market Trends

Radiology Equipment Segment Expected to Register High Growth During the Forecast Period

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on India's dental industry. According to an article published in May 2021 about the impact of COVID-19 lockdown on oral oncology-related outpatient volume at Indian dental institutions, patient volumes for oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMD) and oral cancer (OC) decreased significantly after lockdown.

Dental radiology includes radiographs that are commonly called X-rays. Dentists use radiographs for many reasons, including finding hidden dental structures, malignant or benign masses, bone loss, and cavities.

Dental caries, infections, and other changes in the bone density, and the periodontal ligament, appear darker because X-rays readily penetrate these less dense structures. Dental restorations (fillings, crowns) may appear lighter or darker, depending on the density of the material.

There is an increasing prevalence of dental caries in India. As per the study published in June 2021 on the Prevalence of Dental Caries in the Indian Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis, the overall prevalence of dental caries was 54.16%, whereas age-specific prevalence was 62% in patients above 18 years and 52% among 3-18 years of age. The recent trends in India indicate a rise in the health problems in the oral region, with the most predominant being dental caries, which has been showing a uniform upward surge over the last half of the previous century not only in the prevalence but also in the disease severity.

Therefore, the increasing prevalence of dental caries across India helps to increase the demand for dental radiology, which is expected to help the market growth.

Competitive Landscape

The dental equipment market is moderately competitive due to the already established players in the market. 3M, Carestream Health Inc., Danaher Corporation, and Dentsply Sirona are some of the key players in the market. The market also enjoys the presence of a few smaller companies that hold a substantial share of the market.

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