Market Trends of Dental X-Ray Systems Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Dental X-Ray Systems Market according to our research experts:
Digital X-ray Systems Segment is Expected to Hold a Major Market Share in the Dental X-Ray Systems Market During the Forecast Period
The digital X-ray segment is expected to register significant growth as an increasing number of medical specialists are upgrading their analog systems to digital ones, owing to benefits, like increased speeds and flexibility. For instance, according to the report published by Ultimate Smile Design in November 2020, there are several benefits to using digital X-rays in dental practice like comfort with small sensors, short wait time, high accuracy, less environmental waste, easy file storage, and finally with less radiation exposure. These advantages over the other X-ray methods in dentistry help in the growth of the digital X-ray segment in the study period.
Furthermore, developments in artificial intelligence (AI) promote operational effectiveness and clinical consistency, which benefits digital X-rays and promotes the expansion of the digital X-ray market. For instance, in May 2022, VideaHealth received the 510(k) clearance from the United States Food and Drug Administration for Videa Caries Assist, an AI-powered dental caries (cavity) detection algorithm. Also, in April 2022, Carestream Dental introduced CBCT imaging, the Neo Edition of the CS 8200 3D Family. Thus, owing to the advantages and new technology developments in the digital X-ray segment, the market is expected to register a significant share and growth during the forecast period.
North America is Expected to Hold a Significant Share in the Market During the Forecast Period
North America is expected to hold a major market share in the dental x-ray systems market. The primary factors behind the large market size are high awareness among the patient population and high replacement rates of medical technologies.
According to the American Dental Association (2020), over 5 million Americans aged 65 to 74 had lost all their teeth, with nearly 3 million being edentulous, which was majorly due to dental caries. These can be easily ruled out using a dental X-ray. Additionally, several industry participants are involved in strategic initiatives along with approvals and launches. For instance, in March 2022, Pearl, the leader in dental AI solutions, received the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for its AI-powered, real-time pathology detection solution Second Opinion, to help dentists accurately identify a broad range of common dental conditions in patient X-rays. Also, in August 2021, Surround Medical Systems received 510(k) pre-market clearance from the United States Food and Drug Administration for the patented PORTRAY dental imaging system.
Therefore, due to the above-mentioned factors, the dental X-ray systems market is expected to grow in the United States over the forecast period of the study.
