Dental Hygiene Instrument Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The dental hygiene instrument market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.2 billion in 2024 to $5.5 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing diabetes prevalence, patient preference for pen devices, rising awareness and education, increased adoption of injectable therapies, preference for self-administration.

The dental hygiene instrument market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.53 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rise in type 2 diabetes cases, increasing preference towards convenience and portability, improved glycemic control, expanding geriatric population, government initiatives and healthcare policies. Major trends in the forecast period include globalization of diabetes management, insulin sensitization, partnerships and collaborations, technological advancement, improved needle technology.

The growing prevalence of dental disorders is poised to drive the expansion of the dental hygiene instrument market in the foreseeable future. Dental disorders encompass a range of medical conditions affecting the oral cavity, including the teeth, gums, tongue, lips, and other mouth structures. Dental hygiene instruments play a crucial role in preventing and treating these disorders by removing plaque, tartar, and other debris from the teeth, thus promoting oral health and addressing existing dental issues. For example, data from the World Health Organization in November 2022 indicates that approximately 3.55 billion individuals worldwide suffer from oral disorders, representing a significant increase of 1 billion cases compared to previous years. Moreover, a report from Byte in December 2022 reveals that more than 90% of adult Americans have cavities in their permanent teeth. These statistics underscore the escalating prevalence of dental disorders, which is fueling the growth of the dental hygiene instrument market.

Key players in the dental hygiene industry are prioritizing the development of innovative products, such as the Lexa Plus B sterilizers, to differentiate themselves in the competitive market. The Lexa Plus Class B sterilizer incorporates new technological enhancements to assist in equipment maintenance, offering added peace of mind for dental practices in terms of reprocessing and infection protection. For instance, W&H, a medical technology company based in Austria, introduced the Lexa Plus B sterilizer in North America in January 2023. This sterilizer is engineered to enhance daily dental infection management by providing an intuitive color touch-screen display with an easy-to-navigate menu structure. Its user-friendly tray and rack design, coupled with high chamber capacity, rapid cycle durations, and efficient load drying, contribute to increased efficiency and flexibility in dental practices.

In December 2023, Young Innovations, a US-based manufacturer of dental products, acquired Salvin Dental Specialties, Inc. to expand its portfolio to include regenerative biomaterials, surgical instrumentation, supplies, and equipment tailored for implant dentistry. This strategic acquisition underscores Young Innovations' commitment to investing in the oral surgery market and solidifying its position as a leading supplier of dental implant-agnostic solutions. Salvin Dental Specialties, Inc., a US-based company specializing in the design and manufacturing of regenerative products and specialized surgical instrumentation for oral surgery and implant dentistry, aligns with Young Innovations' growth strategy in this sector.

Major companies operating in the dental hygiene instrument market report are Johnson & Johnson, BASF SE, 3M Company, Medtronic PLC, Evonik Industries AG, Covestro AG, Stryker Corporation, Baxter International Inc., Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc., DENTSPLY SIRONA Inc., Carpenter Technology Corporation, Royal DSM N.V., Carestream Health, Corbion N.V., Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation, Wright Medical Group N.V., Biolase Inc., Orthofix Medical Inc., A-dec Inc., Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co. LLC, CAM Bioceramics B.V., Invibio Ltd., Biomatlante, Biomet Inc., Aap Implantate AG.

North America was the largest region in the dental hygiene instrument market in 2024. The regions covered in the dental hygiene instrument market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the dental hygiene instruments market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The dental hygiene instruments market consists of sales of gracey curettes, universal scalers, prophy paste, piezoelectric ultrasonic scalers, nabers probes, sharpening stones and prophy cups. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

Dental hygiene instruments are specialized tools designed for oral hygiene procedures, dental cleanings, and the maintenance of oral health. These instruments are commonly employed by dental hygienists and other dental professionals during routine dental check-ups, cleanings, and various dental procedures.

The primary types of products in dental hygiene instruments include periodontal probes, dental hand instruments, dental handpieces, tongue deplaquing tools, air polishing systems, prophy angles, dental scalers, mouth mirrors, accessories, and consumables. A periodontal probe is a commonly used instrument in dentistry for evaluating the depth of pockets surrounding a tooth to assess the presence and severity of periodontal disease. Periodontal probes can be disposable or reusable and are utilized in various dental procedures such as oral examination, periodontal care, restorative care, scaling and cleaning, orthodontic care, fluoride and sealant application. These instruments are used across different settings including hospitals, dental clinics, group dental practices, ambulatory centers, as well as academic and research institutions.

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