The Clear Aligners Market is expected to reach $20.63 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 20.7% during the forecast period 2022–2029. The market is driven by the rising number of patients with malocclusion, technological advancements in dental health, and the increasing demand for aesthetic dentistry. Furthermore, advancements in clear aligner therapy and the growing demand for customized aligners are lucrative opportunities for players operating in the clear aligners market. However, the high cost of clear aligners is restraining this market's growth.
Impact of COVID-19 on Clear Aligners Market
Nationwide lockdowns due to the outbreak of COVID-19 resulted in a decline in dental procedures. To keep the dentists and patients safe from the COVID-19 infection, the American Dental Association (ADA) issued guidelines in March 2020 and postponed elective dental procedures for the next three weeks. On 3rd August 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) issued recommendations for providing only essential oral health services in the context of COVID-19. Thus, the temporary suspension of dentistry elective procedures resulted in reduced demand for aesthetic and orthodontic procedures. The pandemic also disrupted the supply chain operations due to travel and import-export restrictions, resulting in temporary supply disruptions of dental materials.
The international travel restrictions imposed due to the pandemic severely affected many countries. However, in 2021, with the ease of lockdowns and travel restrictions across borders globally, the dental tourism industry is expected to recover.
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The Increasing Prevalence of Malocclusion or Orthodontic Diseases is Expected to Drive the Clear Aligners Market
World Health Organization (WHO) considers malocclusion as one of the most important oral health problems after caries and periodontal disease. Its prevalence is highly variable and is estimated to be between 39% and 93% in children and adolescents.
Class 1 malocclusion is the most common. The bite is normal, but the upper teeth slightly overlap the lower teeth. Class 2 malocclusion, called retrognathism or overbite, occurs when the upper jaw and teeth severely overlap the bottom jaw and teeth. Class 3 malocclusion, called prognathism or underbite, occurs when the lower jaw protrudes or juts forward, causing the lower jaw and teeth to overlap the upper jaw and teeth.
According to the Star Orthodontics (U.S.) data, in October 2021, malocclusion affected nearly 56% of the population worldwide. 81% of the total malocclusion cases are from Africa, followed by Europe with 72% and America with 53%. Thus, the rising prevalence of malocclusion is likely to increase the demand for clear aligners.
The Rising Demand for Cosmetic Dentistry is Expected to Drive the Clear Aligners Market
Cosmetic procedures are rising due to the rising awareness regarding oral health and rapid technological advancements. The demand for cosmetic procedures has been high among age groups 24–40 and 57–75. The population aged 24–40 majorly demands dental aesthetics, such as implants, aligners, and veneers for a youthful appearance, while the population aged 57– 75 demands dentures.
The industry's shifting dynamics are largely due to patients’ choices, which have moved from mere hygiene to definite image enhancement. People are now ready to invest in themselves more than ever. Baby boomers with disposable incomes, the younger generation of business people who want the perfect appearance for better careers, and significant advances in the industry have contributed to the rise of cosmetic dentistry.
Factors contributing to the demand for cosmetic dentistry include the increasing disposable income to spend on appearance, social media, celebrity influence, and technological advancements such as computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) systems in cosmetic dentistry. The rise in cosmetic dentistry is likely to increase the demand for clear aligners.
Key Findings of the Global Clear Aligners Market Study:
In 2022, Based on Material, Polyurethane Plastic Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Market Share
Clear aligners are made up of materials, namely, polypropylene plastic, polycarbonate, polyurethanes, ethylene-vinyl acetate, and polyethylene terephthalate glycol. Polyurethane plastic is regarded as the best material for aligner therapy due to its abrasion resistance, chemical resistance, microbial resistance, adhesion to polar substrates, and low-temperature flexibility. These properties make polyurethane a better alternative for fabrication than other materials.
The Teenagers/Children Segment is Projected to Register the Highest CAGR During the Forecast Period
Teenagers/Children prefer clear aligners over metal braces due to the discomfort caused by the latter. Clear aligners look aesthetically appealing and do not have any removability issues, making it easier for many children to brush and floss without maneuvering wires and brackets. These factors are expected to contribute to the fastest market growth of this segment during the forecast period.
Based on Type, the At-home aligners/Direct-to-consumer (DTC) Aligners Segment is Expected to Register Highest CAGR During the Forecast Period
The at-home aligners are significantly less expensive than in-office-managed clear aligners and traditional braces. This doctor-directed treatment costs 60% less than braces and other treatments. (Source: SmileDirectClub). Furthermore, the decreasing number of in-office appointments is expected to contribute to the growth of this segment.
The Dental & Orthodontic Clinics Segment is Projected to Register the Highest CAGR by 2029
The factors propelling the growth of this segment include the availability of skilled dentists, the increasing accessibility of dental product offerings in dental & orthodontal practices, and the rising number of training taken at dental clinics to spread awareness.
Asia Pacific: The Fastest Growing Regional Market
Based on region, in 2022, North America is expected to dominate the clear aligners market. However, the Asia-Pacific market is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period due to the growing demand for various dental procedures, the rising dental tourism due to the low cost of dental procedures in Asia-Pacific countries, and the rising spending on aesthetic procedures.
Key Players
The report includes a competitive landscape based on an extensive assessment of the product portfolio offerings, geographic presences, and key strategic developments in leading industry market players over the last three years. The key players profiled in the global clear aligners market are Align Technology, Inc. (U.S.), Institut Straumann AG (Switzerland), Dentsply Sirona (U.S.), 3M Corporation (U.S.), Envista Holdings Corporation (U.S.), Argen Corporation (U.S.), Henry Schein, Inc. (U.S.), TP Orthodontics, Inc (U.S.), DENTAURUM GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), DynaFlex (U.S.), and Ormco Corporation (U.S.).
Scope of the Report:
Clear Aligners Market, by Material
Clear Aligners Market, by Age Group
Clear Aligners Market, by Type
Clear Aligners Market, by End Users
Clear Aligners Market, by Geography
Key questions answered in the report:
The clear aligners market report covers the market size & forecasts of the materials used for clear aligners. The report involves the value analysis of various segments and sub-segments of the clear aligners market at the regional and country levels.
The global clear aligners market is projected to reach $20.63 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 20.7% during the forecast period.
In 2022, the polyurethane plastic segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the clear aligners market.
The high growth of the clear aligners market is attributed to the rising number of patients with malocclusion, technological advancements in dental health, and the increasing demand for aesthetic dentistry. In addition, advancements in clear aligner therapy and the growing demand for customized aligners are expected to offer lucrative opportunities for players in this market.
The key players operating in the global clear aligners market are Align Technology, Inc. (U.S.), Institut Straumann AG (Switzerland), Dentsply Sirona (U.S.), 3M Corporation (U.S.), Envista Holdings Corporation (U.S.), Argen Corporation (U.S.), Henry Schein, Inc. (U.S.), TP Orthodontics, Inc (U.S.), DENTAURUM GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), DynaFlex (U.S.), Ormco Corporation (U.S.).
The emerging Asian-Pacific countries are projected to offer significant growth opportunities for the vendors in this market.
This report provides pre & post COVID-19 market estimates.
1. Introduction
1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Market Ecosystem
1.3. Currency
1.4. Key Stakeholders
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Research Process
2.2. Data Collection & Validation
2.2.1. Secondary Research
2.2.2. Primary Research
2.3. Market Assessment
2.3.1. Market Size Estimation
2.3.1.1. Bottom-up Approach
2.3.1.2. Top-down Approach
2.3.1.3. Growth forecast
2.3.2. Market Share Analysis
2.4. Assumptions for the Study
2.5. Limitations for the Study
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Insights
4.1. Market Overview
4.2. Drivers
4.2.1. Rise in the Number of Patients with Malocclusion
4.2.2. Technological Advancements in Dentistry
4.2.3. Increasing Demand for Aesthetic Dentistry
4.3. Restraints
4.3.1. High Cost of Clear Aligners
4.4. Opportunities
4.4.1. Advancement in Clear Aligner Therapy and Growing Demand For Customized Aligners
4.5. Challenges
4.5.1. Lack of Awareness about Dental Health Problems Amongst the Population
4.5.2. Low Access to Quality Dental Treatment in Emerging Countries
4.6. Impact Assessment of COVID-19 Pandemic
5. Clear Aligners Market, by Material
5.1. Introduction
5.2. Polyurethane Plastic
5.3. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
5.4. Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol (PETG)
5.5. Other Material
6. Clear Aligners Market, by Age Group
6.1. Introduction
6.2 Teenagers/Children
6.3. Adults
7. Clear Aligners Market, by Type
7.1. Introduction
7.2. At-home aligners/ Direct-to-consumer (DTC) Aligners
7.3. In-office Aligners
8. Clear Aligners Market, by End User
8.1. Introduction
8.2. Hospitals
8.3. Dental or Orthodontic Clinics
8.4. Other End Users
9. Clear Aligners Market, by Geography
9.1. Introduction
9.2. North America
9.2.1. U.S.
9.2.2. Canada
9.3. Europe
9.3.1. Germany
9.3.2. France
9.3.3. U.K.
9.3.4. Italy
9.3.5. Spain
9.3.6. Rest of Europe (RoE)
9.4. Asia-Pacific
9.4.1. Japan
9.4.2. China
9.4.3. India
9.4.4. Rest of Asia-Pacific (RoAPAC)
9.5. Latin America
9.5.1. Brazil
9.5.2. Mexico
9.5.3. Rest of Latin America (RoLA)
9.6. Middle East & Africa
10. Competitive Landscape
10.1. Introduction
10.2. Key Growth Strategies
10.3. Competitive Benchmarking
10.4. Market Share Analysis, 2021
11. Company Profiles (Business Overview, Financial Overview, Product Portfolio, Strategic Developments)
11.1. Align Technology, Inc.
11.2. Institut Straumann AG
11.3. Dentsply Sirona
11.4. 3M Corporation
11.5. Envista Holdings Corporation
11.6. Argen Corporation
11.7. Henry Schein, Inc.
11.8. TP Orthodontics, Inc
11.9. DENTAURUM GmbH & Co. KG
11.10. DynaFlex
11.11. Ormco Corporation
12. Appendix
12.1. Questionnaire
12.2. Available Customization
List of Tables
Table 1 Global Clear Aligners Market Drivers: Impact Analysis (2022–2029)
Table 2 Global Clear Aligners Market Restraint: Impact Analysis (2022–2029)
Table 3 Global Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 4 Global Polyurethane Plastic Based Clear Aligners Market Size, by Country/Region, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 5 Global Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Based Clear Aligners Market Size, by Country/Region, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 6 Global Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol (PETG) Based Clear Aligners Market Size, by Country/Region, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 7 Global Other Material Based Clear Aligners Market Size, by Country/Region, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 8 Global Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 9 Global At-home aligners/ Direct-to-consumer (DTC) Aligners Market Size, by Country/Region, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 10 Global In-office AlignersMarket Size, by Country/Region, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 11 Global Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 12 Global Clear Aligners Market Size for Teenager/Children, by Country/Region, 2020–2029
Table 13 Global Clear Aligners Market Size for Adults, by Country/Region, 2020–2029
Table 14 Global Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 15 Global Clear Aligners Market Size for Hospitals, by Country/Region, 2020–2029
Table 16 Global Clear Aligners Market Size for Dental and Orthodontic Clinics, by Country/Region, 2020–2029
Table 17 Global Clear Aligners Market Size for Other End Users, by Country/Region, 2020–2029
Table 18 Global Clear Aligners Market Size, by Country/Region, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 19 North America: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Country, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 20 North America: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 21 North America: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 22 North America: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 23 North America: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 24 U.S.: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 25 U.S.: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 26 U.S.: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 27 U.S.: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 28 Canada: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 29 Canada: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 30 Canada: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 31 Canada: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 32 Europe: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Country, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 33 Europe: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 34 Europe: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 35 Europe: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 36 Europe: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 37 Germany: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 38 Germany: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 39 Germany: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 40 Germany: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 41 U.K.: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 42 U.K.: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 43 U.K.: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 44 U.K.: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 45 Italy: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 46 Italy: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 47 Italy: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 48 Italy: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 49 Spain: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 50 Spain: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 51 Spain: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 52 Spain: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 53 RoE: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 54 RoE: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 55 RoE: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 56 RoE: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 57 Asia-Pacific: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Country, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 58 Asia-Pacific: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 59 Asia-Pacific: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 60 Asia-Pacific: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 61 Asia-Pacific: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 62 China: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 63 China: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 64 China: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 65 China: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 66 Japan: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 67 Japan: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 68 Japan: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 69 Japan: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 70 RoAPAC: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 71 RoAPAC: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 72 RoAPAC: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 73 RoAPAC: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 74 Latin America: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 75 Latin America: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 76 Latin America: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 77 Latin America: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 78 Brazil: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 79 Brazil: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 80 Brazil: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 81 Brazil: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 82 Mexico: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 83 Mexico: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 84 Mexico: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 85 Mexico: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 86 RoLA: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 87 RoLA: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 88 RoLA: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 89 RoLA: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 90 Middle East & Africa: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Material, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 91 Middle East & Africa: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Type, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 92 Middle East & Africa: Clear Aligners Market Size, by Age Group,2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 93 Middle East & Africa: Clear Aligners Market Size, by End User, 2020–2029 (USD Million)
Table 94 Recent developments, by the Key Players, 2019–2022
List of Figures
Figure 1 Research process
Figure 2 Key secondary sources
Figure 3 Primary Research Techniques
Figure 4 Key executives interviewed
Figure 5 Breakdown of Primary Interviews (Supply-Side & Demand-Side)
Figure 6 Market Size Estimation
Figure 7 Global Clear Aligners Market, by Material, 2022 VS. 2029 (USD Million)
Figure 8 Global Clear Aligners Market, by Type, 2022 VS. 2029 (USD Million)
Figure 9 Global Clear Aligners Market, by Age Group, 2022 VS. 2029 (USD Million)
Figure 10 Global Clear Aligners Market, by End User, 2022 VS. 2029 (USD Million)
Figure 11 Clear Aligners Market, by Region
Figure 12 Market Dynamics
Figure 13 Global Clear Aligners Market, by Material, 2022 VS. 2029 (USD Million)
Figure 14 Global Clear Aligners Market, by Type, 2022 VS. 2029 (USD Million)
Figure 15 Global Clear Aligners Market, by Age Group2022 VS. 2029 (USD Million)
Figure 16 Global Clear Aligners Market, by End User, 2022 VS. 2029 (USD Million)
Figure 17 Global Clear Aligners Market, by Geography, 2022 VS. 2029(USD Million)
Figure 18 Geographic Snapshot: North American Clear Aligners Market
Figure 19 Geographic Snapshot: European Clear Aligners Market
Figure 20 Geographic Snapshot: Asia-Pacific Clear Aligners Market
Figure 21 Geographic Snapshot: Latin America Clear Aligners Market
Figure 22 Key Growth Strategies Adopted by Leading Players, 2019–2022
Figure 23 Global Clear Aligners Market: Competitive Benchmarking
This report provides pre & post COVID-19 market estimates.
This report provides pre & post COVID-19 market estimates.
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