Dental Sterilization Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Instruments, Consumables And Accessories), By End Use (Hospitals, Dental Clinics, Dental Laboratories), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030

Dental Sterilization Market Size & Trends

The global dental sterilization market size was valued at USD 1.51 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8% from 2024 to 2030. Growing awareness of the necessity of infection control in dental settings is a key factor for the market growth. Dental practitioners and patients are becoming more and more concerned about the lack of sterility of the instruments which is likely to cause spread of infections. Moreover, the rising trend in the number of dental procedures across the world, such as check-ups, surgeries and cosmetic dentistry has led to the increasing demand for dental sterilization products.

It has become vital to look for efficient sterilization services due to the increasing number of dental facilities across the globe. As per The World Health Organization (WHO) 2023, 3.5 billion of the world’s population suffer from some form of oral diseases. In addition, an increase in the number of dental clinics and hospitals, especially in developed and developing countries is another driving factor. The new constructions of healthcare facilities and the expansion and improvement of the current healthcare centers push the utilization of advanced sterilization procedures.

Moreover, several safety standards and guidelines issued by the health care authorities and dental associations for infection control and instrument sterilization fuel the growth of advanced sterilization technologies.

Also, with the growth in dental tourism where people travel from one country to another seeking dental treatments, there is a need to get quality sterilization products. Since dental facilities that receive patients from other countries focus on the quality of their sterilization methods, they are likely to adopt the best practices. Also, the increased focus on single-use disposable products in dental treatments and procedures including dental instruments and supplies is also providing opportunities to the manufacturers operating in the dental sterilization product market. This trend contributes to the minimization of cross-infection taking place in the facility.

Product Insights

The instruments segment accounted for a revenue share of 72.9% in 2023 due to increasing prevalence of dental diseases and disorders worldwide. As a result, there is an increased need for effective sterilization of dental instruments to prevent infections and ensure patient safety. High demand for advanced sterilization equipment such as autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilization pouches is driving the market.

The consumables and accessories segment are expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.5% from 2024 to 2030. This segment includes items such as sterilization packaging accessories, sterilization indicators, surface disinfectants and cleaning solutions. The increasing awareness about infection control practices and the emphasis on maintaining strict sterilization protocols in dental settings are driving the demand for these consumables and accessories.

End Use Insights

The dental clinics segment dominated the market with a revenue share of 66.9% in 2023. Dental clinics are staffed with trained professionals who understand the importance of proper sterilization procedures, ensuring that equipment is effectively cleaned and maintained. In addition, dental clinics are required to adhere to the strict sterilization protocols mandated by regulatory authorities to ensure patient safety. The continuous advancement in dental sterilization technologies have made it more efficient, convenient and effective for dental clinics to maintain sterile environments, thus driving their dominance in the market.

The hospitals segment is projected to experience a significant growth of CAGR of 8.2% during the forecast period. Growth is anticipated owing to factors such as rising dental processes, strict rules and regulations, emphasis on patient safety, introduction of new technologies, infrastructure with professionals, high-end equipment, and quality assurance within the hospital environment. The increasing trend towards performing dental procedures in hospitals worldwide is a key trend that will further fuel the dental sterilization opportunity in this segment.

Regional Insights & Trends

North America dental sterilization market held majority of the revenue share of 40.4% in 2023. It is attributable to advanced technologies, stringent regulations by government authorities, growing awareness about infection control practices and a well-established healthcare infrastructure.

U.S. Dental Sterilization Market Trends

The dental sterilization market in the U.S. dominated the North America market in 2023 due to the well-established healthcare infrastructure, healthcare spending and stringent regulations.

Europe Dental Sterilization Market Trends

Europe dental sterilization market was identified as a lucrative region in 2023 due to increasing focus on infection control protocols and standards. Advancement in technology and stringent regulations are driving the market growth.

UK dental sterilization market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years due to an increasing dental disorder and rise in healthcare awareness. As per a recent article published in February 2024, the British Dental Association highlighted that there were more than 12 million adults with unmet dental health needs in England.

Germany dental sterilization market held a substantial market share in 2023 owing to the increasing healthcare spending and strategic initiatives being undertaken by the players. In October 2023, Mesa Laboratories, Inc. announced the acquisition of sterilization indicators business of GKE-GmbH.

Asia Pacific Dental Sterilization Market Trends

Asia Pacific dental sterilization market is anticipated to witness the fastest CAGR in the coming years. This growth is owing to the significantly increasing investments in healthcare facilities.

Dental sterilization market in India is expected to grow rapidly from 2024 to 2030 due to its large population, increasing awareness about oral health, growing dental tourism and improving healthcare infrastructure increasing demand of dental sterilization devices.

The Japan dental sterilization market is expected to grow rapidly in the coming years due to the rise in healthcare awareness and increasing geriatric population.

Key Dental Sterilization Company Insights

Some of the key companies in the dental sterilization market include MATACHANA; W&H Dentalwerk; Nakanishi inc.; SciCan Ltd.

• W&H Dentalwerk focuses on high-quality dental products, including innovative dental sterilization devices. One of its notable products is the Lisa sterilizer, which provides efficient and reliable sterilization solutions for dental practices.

Recent Developments

• In October 2023, W&H expanded its hygiene products offerings by introducing Assistina One maintenance device and Lexa Plus Class B sterilizer. These innovations are expected to enhance dental practice safety and efficiency.

Dental Sterilization Market Report Scope

Global Dental Sterilization Market Report Segmentation

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2030. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global dental sterilization report based on product, end use, and region.

• Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

  • Instruments

    • Sterilization Equipment

      • High-temperature Sterilizers

      • Low- temperature Sterilizers

    • Cleaning and Disinfectant Equipment

      • Washer Disinfectants

      • Ultrasonic Cleaners

    • Packaging Equipment

  • Consumables and Accessories

    • Sterilization Packaging Accessories

    • Instrument Disinfectants

    • Surface Disinfectants

    • Sterilization Indicators

    • Lubrication and Cleaning Solutions

• End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

  • Hospitals

  • Dental Clinics

  • Dental Laboratories

• Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; 2018 - 2030)

  • North America

    • U.S.

    • Canada

    • Mexico

  • Europe

    • UK

    • Germany

    • France

    • Italy

    • Spain

    • Denmark

    • Sweden

    • Norway

  • Asia Pacific

    • Japan

    • China

    • India

    • Australia

    • South Korea

    • Thailand

  • Latin America

    • Brazil

    • Argentina

  • Middle East & Africa (MEA)

    • South Africa

    • Saudi Arabia

    • UAE

    • Kuwait