The dental amalgam market depends on material price security. Mercury, silver, tin, and copper—amalgam's major ingredients—change prices. Manufacturers and sellers monitor these expenses to keep pricing competitive and the market alive.
Regulations affect dental amalgam sales. Dental amalgam conversations and decisions impact market considerations, notably due to health and environmental concerns over mercury concentration. Some stringent laws or prohibitions may alter demand and supply.
Technology in dentistry drives the market. Resin-based composites and ceramics are competing with dental mercury. New items that are attractive, durable, and eco-friendly are popular.
Dental tourism also alters the market. Countries with accessible dental care may increase dental amalgam demand, whereas those that emphasize mercury-free choices may modify client desires. Global dental tourism trends affect market location.
Demographics like age and oral health knowledge affect the dental amalgam industry. Due to extended lifespans, more dental treatments are required, affecting therapeutic material sales. Places with better oral health awareness have more preventive and therapeutic dental services.
Dentists' preferences impact the market. Different dentists utilize dental mercury differently than other materials. Educational and training programs influence dentists' choices and the market.
Mercury in dental amalgam raises environmental concerns, which is affecting the market. More consumers and dentists who understand mercury's environmental impact may choose mercury-free solutions. Companies using eco-friendly practices and goods may have an advantage.
Patient awareness and desires impact the market. Some like dental amalgam since it's sturdy and affordable. Mercury-free alternatives may appeal to those concerned about their health or appearance. Marketers must adapt to changing client preferences.
Insurance coverage and payment regulations affect dental amalgam sales. Policies that allow or restrict dental goods determine what physicians use, which affects market demand. Market participants must obey insurance regulations to succeed.
GDP growth and consumer spending impact the dental amalgam industry. People may spend more on dental procedures in prosperous economies, which boosts market growth. However, in a difficult economy, consumers may spend less on unneeded dental treatment.
Report Attribute/Metric | Details |
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Growth Rate | ~5.2% |
The Dental Amalgam market is projected to reach USD 560 Million by 2032 at 5.2% CAGR during the forecast period 2023-2032.
Dental amalgam consists of liquid mercury and alloy composed of tin, silver, and copper. Approximately 50% is elemental mercury. It is bound together with the alloy particles of silver or copper, or tin to form an amalgam. These filings are called silver fillings for the removal of the decay and shaping them for placement of the amalgam filling.
The increased number of dental problems and other periodontal diseases among various age groups is driving the Dental Amalgam Market. However, the high price of dental treatments is thought to hamper the global market growth. But the industrial players are implementing strategies to overcome the growth restricting factors. The higher penetration rate of dental implants in developed and developing countries will drive the market's demand in the forecast period.
The companies of Dental Amalgam Market are highly focused on growth strategies like product approvals, product launches, and other events. Other growth strategies include acquisitions, partnerships, mergers, and collaborations. These activities lead to the expansion of the market at the global level. The market players are anticipated to have robust growth opportunities with the rising demand for amalgam dental material in the future years.
Study objectives:
The global dental amalgam market is segmented on the basis of particle shape, particle size, metals and number of alloy metals.
Based on particle shape, the market has been segmented as lath cut particles, spherical particles and admixed particles.
Based on the particle size, the market has been segmented as micro cut, fine cut and coarse cut. Based on the metals, the market has been segmented as noble metals (gold, silver, and other), non-noble metals (copper, gallium, others).
Based on the number of alloy metals, the market has been segmented as binary alloy, ternary alloy and quaternary alloy.
US accounts for the maximum market share due to favorable reimbursement scenario and greater expenditure on healthcare. Europe is the second largest market due to large disposable income and rising awareness. Asia Pacific region is the fastest region because of large unmet needs which is led by China and India. The Middle East & Africa market is led by the gulf nations particularly Saudi Arabia and UAE. The poor regions of Africa are expected to be a laggard due to poor economic and political conditions.
Key players profiled in the report are:
The report for Global Dental Amalgam Market by Market Research Future comprises of extensive primary research along with the detailed analysis of qualitative as well as quantitative aspects by various industry experts, key opinion leaders to gain a deeper insight of the market and industry performance. The report gives a clear picture of the current market scenario which includes past and estimated future market size with respect to value and volume, technological advancement, macro economical and governing factors in the market. The report provides detail information about and strategies used by top key players in the industry. The report also gives a broad study of the different market segments and regions.
Recent Development
In April 2022
The Conference of the Parties to the Minamata Convention on Mercury, a global environmental agreement limiting mercury emissions, added more requirements for the parties to decrease dental amalgam use while supporting a phasedown rather than a phaseout approach.
The Minamata Convention on Mercury, which the U.S. joined as a party in 2013, calls for a phasedown of dental amalgam through increasing prevention efforts, researching viable alternatives, and using other restorative materials; the convention's fourth meeting of the Conference of the Parties began with a virtual session in November 2021. Its second segment took place March 21-25, both virtually and in person in Bali, Indonesia, during w parties added new provisions to the convention.
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