The global dental veneers market is used for aesthetic enhancement and reshaping teeth. Dental veneers are very thin shells made from composite resin or porcelain that are bonded to the front surface of teeth. They are used when teeth are worn, chipped, cracked, misaligned, discolored or uneven. Dental veneers offer a minimally invasive solution for improving the appearance of teeth compared to more complex dental procedures like crowns or braces. The market is driven by the rising awareness about dental aesthetics among individuals along with increasing disposable incomes worldwide.

The Global Dental Veneers Market is estimated to be valued at US$ 2.36 Bn in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 7.4% over the forecast period 2024 to 2031.

Key Takeaways

Key players operating in the global dental veneers market are Dentsply Sirona, Kuraray America, Inc., Ivoclar Vivadent, SHOFU Dental GmbH, STOMADENT LLC., Dental Art Innovations, edelweiss dentistry products gmbh, MicroDental Laboratories, 3M, Den-Mat Holdings, LLC, VITA Zahnfabrik, Ultradent, COLTENE Group, Glidewell, Align Technology, Inc., da Vinci, and PLANMECA OY.

Global Dental Veneers Market Demand is attributed to the increasing dental tourism along with medical tourism mainly in developing countries. Factors like low cost of dental treatment coupled with advanced medical infrastructure is fueling the dental tourism market.

Technological advancements in dental veneers like CAD/CAM technology, innovative materials, and bonding techniques have improved aesthetics, strength and longevity of veneers. Materials like lithium disilicate, zirconia reinforced feldspathic porcelain offers natural looking veneers. Digital smile designing software helps dentists recreate natural looking smiles.

Market Trends

Porcelain veneers are gaining popularity over composite veneers owing to their durability and life-like appearance. Porcelain veneers can last 10-15 years without compromising on aesthetics. Also, new ceramic materials like CAD/CAM zirconia reinforced lithium silicate are mimicking natural tooth enamel better.

Minimally/non-invasive procedures are trending as they require less chair time and are more comfortable for patients. Short-term veneers provide a conservative and low-cost solution to test smile design before opting for permanent ones. Chair-side CAD/CAM systems allow same visit fabrication of veneers.

Market Opportunities

Emerging markets in Asia Pacific and Middle East Africa are expected to provide high growth opportunities owing to rapidly developing healthcare infrastructure and medical tourism in these regions.

Customized aesthetic dental solutions aligned with individual personality traits and traits will drive future demand. Digital workflow integrated with AI, augmented reality and automation will transform dental veneers application and management in the near future.

Impact of COVID-19 on Global Dental Veneers Market

The outbreak of COVID-19 has significantly impacted the global dental veneers market. Strict lockdowns and social distancing norms imposed during the pandemic restricted patients from visiting dental clinics for routine dental checkups and treatments. This led to a decline in demand for various cosmetic dental procedures including dental veneers. Moreover, dentists focused more on emergency dental care services and postponed several elective surgeries to prioritize treatments for COVID-19 patients. However, as lockdowns eased in many regions post Q2 2020, dental practices resumed operations with necessary safety protocols. This helped drive a gradual recovery in demand for dental veneers towards the end of 2020. Yet, prevailing fears of infection continue to deter some patients from undergoing non-essential treatments. Going forward, enhanced safety measures adopted by dental clinics and growing comfort of patients are expected to aid market growth. Tele-dentistry also emerged as an effective way for dental consultations during the pandemic.

In terms of regions, North America has been the largest market for dental veneers accounting for over 40% of the global demand. However, Asia Pacific is emerging as the fastest growing regional market for dental veneers. Improving access to dental care and rising cosmetic dentistry trends are fueling market expansion in Asia Pacific countries like China, Japan and India. Additionally, growing medical tourism in countries such as South Korea and Thailand is attracting more international patients for various elective dental procedures including dental veneers. Overall, while the short-term outlook for dental veneers remains clouded due to the pandemic, their long-term growth prospects appear promising driven by increasing emphasis on smile makeovers and aesthetics.

North America has been the dominant regional market for dental veneers. The US accounts for majority of demand owing to presence of advanced dental medical infrastructure and rising consumer spending power. Additionally, growing awareness about dental aesthetics and utilization of digital technologies is driving the adoption of minimally invasive procedures like dental veneers. presence of leading dental equipment manufacturers also support market growth. Going forward, favorable reimbursement policies will further aid increased affordability of cosmetic dental treatments in the US.

Meanwhile, Asia Pacific is emerging as the fastest regional market for dental veneers. Factors such as rapidly developing healthcare industry, increasing medical tourism and growing middle class population with higher disposable incomes are fueling market expansion across Asia Pacific countries especially China, Japan and India. Rising accessibility of dental facilities along with growing consumer preference for aesthetically appealing smiles also contributes to market growth. Overall, Asia Pacific is expected to witness fastest gains in demand for dental veneers during the forecast period on back of improving access to dental care and rising cosmetic dentistry trends in the region.

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