Dental Anesthetics Market Size (2024 - 2029)

Dental Anesthetics Market Analysis

The Dental Anesthetics Market size is estimated at USD 1.64 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 2.12 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 5.35% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

The dental anesthetics market encompasses a range of products dentists use to numb patient's mouths during dental procedures. These dental anesthetics come in various forms, such as injections, gels, creams, and sprays. The increasing prevalence of dental trauma and caries and the rising demand for painless dental treatments through advancements in surgical procedures are the major factors expected to drive the market growth over the forecast period.

The high prevalence of dental caries is expected to increase the need for dental treatment and the demand for dental anesthetics. For instance, according to the data published by the Office for Health Improvement & Disparities in October 2023, 23.7% of 5-year-old children experienced tooth decay in England in 2022. In addition, the prevalence of tooth decay varied across the regions, ranging from 19.1% in the South West to 30.6% in North West England. Hence, the high prevalence of tooth decay and dental treatment will likely boost the demand for dental anesthetics, contributing to the market growth over the forecast period.

The recent advancements in the delivery of dental local anesthesia are expected to increase the usage of dental anesthetics due to their easy usage during dental surgeries. For instance, in February 2024, Milestone Scientific Inc. started direct sales of its STA Single Tooth Anesthesia System (STA) with Meridian Endo & Perio. Additionally, in August 2022, Synapse Dental launched a new device, the Dental Pain Eraser, a pen-shaped, electronic dental anesthesia tool. Such advanced anesthetic delivery systems can decrease the discomfort produced and increase the adoption of dental anesthetics, driving market growth.

Thus, the increasing prevalence of dental caries and dental trauma and technological advancements in dental surgical procedures are poised to accelerate the growth of the dental anesthetics market over the forecast period. However, patient discomfort, risks, and complications associated with the anesthetics are likely to restrain market growth during the forecast period.

Dental Anesthetics Industry Segmentation

As per the scope of the report, dental anesthetics are used to prevent pain in the mouth during dental procedures. Common procedures that typically require anesthesia include tooth extractions, wisdom teeth removal, root canals, and cavity fillings.

The dental anesthetics market is segmented into anesthesia type, end user, and geography. By anesthesia type, the market is segmented into local anesthesia and general anesthesia. The local anesthesia segment includes lidocaine, mepivacaine, prilocaine, articaine, and others. The general anesthesia segment includes propofol, midazolam, diazepam, methohexital, and others. By end user, the market is segmented into hospitals, dental clinics, and others. The other end users include multi-specialty clinics and dental laboratories. By geography, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, and South America. The report also covers the estimated market sizes and trends for 17 countries across major regions globally. Market sizing and forecasts were made for each segment based on value (USD).