Pediatric Dental Market: Current Analysis and Forecast (2021-2027)

Pediatric Dental is a branch of dentistry that deals with children from birth through adolescence. A pediatric dentist is a dedicated expert who knows how to address various dental issues specific to children. They offer a wide range of treatment options, as well as expertise and training to care for a child's teeth, gums, and mouth.

The growth of the pediatric dental market can be attributed to the rising younger population coupled with an increase in awareness regarding maintaining their oral health. For instance, the world bank data, the population of children aged 0 to 14 worldwide was around 1.87 billion. This was increased to almost 2 billion in 2020 and is further expected to rise significantly by 2050. This growth in the target population is likely to create opportunities for many of the industry players in the upcoming years as there is a growing prevalence of oral health issues among children globally. As per a study conducted by one of the leading market research and consulting companies, at least 8 out of 10 children in India suffer from oral health issues.

Furthermore, with the technological advancement in dental procedures and constant evolution in the pediatric dentistry industry, market players are focusing on developing advanced tools and methods that would enhance the patient experience. For example, in 2020, Ortek Therapeutics Inc. has initiated the U.S. commercial launch of the Ortek-ECD, a breakthrough electronic early cavity detection system that has been cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for professional use only. Dentists can now treat cavities, one of the most chronic diseases in children before it can severely damage tooth structure. Moreover, a shift towards prevention and minimally invasive approaches to the pediatric dental market is also expected to boost across the globe.

Based on type, the market is segmented into primary and permanent. The primary segment generated revenue of USD XX million in 2020. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of XX% during the forecast period to reach a market valuation of USD XX million by 2027.

Based on disease type, the market is segmented into dental caries, enamel disorders, and others. The dental caries segment grabbed XX% market share of the pediatric dental market and gathered revenue of USD XX million in 2020. The segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of XX% during the forecast period to reach a market valuation of USD XX million by 2027.

Based on the procedures, the market is fragmented into pulpotomies, stainless steel crowns, tooth colored fillings, dental cleaning, and others. The dental cleaning segment captured XX% market share in 2020. The market of this segment is expected to reach USD XX million by 2027. However, Hospitals are also likely to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.

For a better understanding of the market adoption of pediatric dental, the market is analyzed based on its worldwide presence in the countries such as North America (United States, Canada, and Rest of North America), Europe (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Australia, and Rest of APAC), and Rest of World. North America constitutes a major market for the pediatric dental industry and generated revenue of USD XX Million in 2020 owing to the presence of a huge number of pediatric dentists in the region.

Some of the major players operating in the 3M, Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., Kinder Krowns, Figaro Crowns Inc., Acero Crowns, Sprig Oral Health Technologies, Inc., Edelweiss Dentistry Products, Cheng Crowns, Dentsply Sirona, SML, among others. Several M&A's along with partnerships have been undertaken by these players to develop new products.

The Global Pediatric Dental Market was valued at USD XX million in 2020 and is projected to expand significantly with a CAGR of XX% from 2021 to 2027. The Pediatric Dental market is expected to witness a boost, owing to the surge in the number of pediatric dentists and technological advancement in dental procedures.