Global Full Dentures Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2031

Full Dentures Market Analysis and Size

The global full dentures market is experiencing significant growth driven by the increasing geriatric population, particularly in regions such as Asia-Pacific, where older adults are seeking solutions to restore their dental function and appearance. Technological advancements in denture technology, such as CAD/CAM dentures, are also fueling market growth by improving the quality of the most comfortable full dentures, making them more appealing to patients. Technological innovations, including 3D printing and new materials, are driving market growth by offering more efficient and cost-effective solutions. In addition, the growing focus on cosmetic dentistry, especially among younger populations, presents an opportunity for the full dentures market to expand beyond traditional patient demographics. 

Global full dentures market size was valued at USD 1.50 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 2.72 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 7.70% during the forecast period of 2024 to 2031. In addition to the insights on market scenarios such as market value, growth rate, segmentation, geographical coverage, and major players, the market reports curated by the Data Bridge Market Research also include depth expert analysis, patient epidemiology, pipeline analysis, pricing analysis, and regulatory framework.

Report Scope and Market Segmentation       

Market Definition

Full dentures, also known as complete dentures, are removable dental appliances that are used to replace all of the natural teeth in the upper or lower jaw. They are typically made of acrylic resin and are custom-made to fit the individual's mouth. A full denture implant is used when all of the natural teeth are missing or need to be removed due to decay, disease, or injury. They restore the appearance of the smile, support facial muscles, and allow for normal chewing and speaking. Full dentures can significantly improve the quality of life for individuals who have lost all of their natural teeth.                    

Full Dentures Market Dynamics

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• Increasing Geriatric Population      

As people age, they are more likely to experience tooth loss and require full dentures. This demographic shift is a key driver of the growing demand for full dentures as older adults seek solutions to restore their dental function and appearance. In addition, advancements in healthcare have led to increased life expectancy, further contributing to the rise in the elderly population and consequently, the demand for full dentures and driving the market growth.      

• Advancements in Denture Technology 

The field of dentistry has witnessed remarkable advancements in technology, particularly in the development of CAD/CAM dentures. These technological innovations have significantly improved the quality and comfort of full dentures, making them more appealing to patients. CAD/CAM technology allows for precise and customized dentures that fit better and feel more natural in the mouth. Moreover, these advancements have reduced the time required to create dentures, offering patients a more efficient treatment process. As a result, the adoption of CAD/CAM dentures is increasing, driving the growth of the full dentures market.

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Opportunities

• Continued Advancements in Denture Technology     

Continued advancements in denture technology, such as 3D printing and the development of new materials, are driving market growth by offering more efficient and cost-effective solutions. 3D printing allows for the rapid production of highly customized dentures, reducing production time and costs. New materials, such as flexible resins, are also improving the comfort and durability of full denture implants, making them more attractive to patients. For instance, the Dentsply Sirona Lucitone Digital Print Denture System includes the Lucitone Digital Print 3D Denture Base, Lucitone Digital IPN 3D Premium Tooth, and Lucitone Digital Value Trial Placement for creating try-ins. This system offers a unique combination of market-leading materials available in the convenient Primeprint cartridge system, ensuring safe and clean usage. The resins provide a blend of high-impact denture resin and highly aesthetic, durable tooth resin. These highlight how innovations like 3D printing and new materials are transforming the denture market by providing better solutions for both patients and practitioners.

• Rising Focus on Cosmetic Dentistry      

There is a growing focus on cosmetic dentistry, particularly among younger populations, which presents an opportunity for the full dentures market to expand beyond traditional patient demographics. Younger individuals are increasingly seeking aesthetic dental treatments to improve their smile and overall appearance. Full dentures, particularly those made with advanced technologies that offer natural-looking results, can appeal to this demographic as a cosmetic solution. This shift towards cosmetic dentistry is opening up new market opportunities for full dentures, as they are now seen as a viable option for enhancing the smile and restoring confidence.

Restraints/Challenges

• High Cost of Dentures

One of the primary restraints for the full dentures market is the high cost associated with the treatment, especially for advanced technologies like implant-supported dentures. The cost of full dentures can be prohibitive for many individuals, particularly those in lower-income regions or without adequate insurance coverage. As a result, affordability remains a significant barrier to access for a large segment of the population, limiting the market growth for full dentures.

• Limited Reimbursement Policies

The limited or lack of reimbursement policies for dental procedures, including full dentures, is another challenge facing the full dentures market. In many countries, dental care is not covered by public health insurance plans or is only partially covered, leaving patients to bear the majority of the cost out of pocket. This lack of financial support can deter individuals from seeking full denture treatment, thus hindering market growth.

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Recent Developments

• In February 2024, 3D Systems unveiled a groundbreaking solution for jetted, monolithic dentures, which are made in a single piece. This innovative approach utilizes multiple materials to create a durable, long-lasting, and aesthetically pleasing prosthetic for patients. This achievement is made possible through the development of custom materials designed specifically for both the teeth and gums    
• In May 2023, SprintRay Inc., a renowned name in digital dentistry and 3D printing solutions, revealed that it has obtained FDA 510(k) clearance for its High Impact Denture Base. This marks the debut of the first ceramic-infused denture material for 3D fabrication and repair of full and partial removable dentures and baseplates. When paired with High Impact Denture Teeth, these cutting-edge denture resins offer superior mechanical properties, showcasing significant advancements in ceramic-infused 3D printing materials that are set to redefine digital dentistry

Full Dentures Market Scope

The market is segmented on the basis of material, usage, end user, technology, and distribution channel. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.

Material

• Acrylic Dentures
• Ceramic Dentures
• Porcelain Dentures
• Metal Dentures
• Others

Usage

• Removable
• Fixed

End User

• Specialized Dental Hospitals
• Somatology Departments in General Hospitals
• Dental Clinics

Technology

• Conventional Dentures
• Implant-Supported Dentures
• CAD/CAM Dentures

Distribution Channel

• Direct Sales
• Distributor
• Online
• Pharmacy & Drug Store

Full Dentures Market Regional Analysis/Insights

The market is analyzed and market size insights and trends are provided by country, material, usage, end user, technology, and distribution channel as referenced above.

The countries covered in the market are U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, rest of Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, rest of Asia-Pacific, Saudi Arabia, U.A.E., South Africa, Egypt, Israel, rest of Middle East and Africa, Brazil, Argentina, and rest of South America.

North America is expected to dominate the market due to a rising number of patients and an increasing population. The region benefits from advanced healthcare infrastructure and widespread awareness about dental health, further bolstering market dominance.     

Asia-Pacific is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period due to the rapidly aging populations in countries such as China, India, and Japan. As the elderly population expands, there is a growing demand for full dentures, coupled with improving healthcare facilities and rising awareness about oral health in the region.

The country section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in regulation in the market domestically that impacts the current and future trends of the market. Data points like down-stream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends and porter's five forces analysis, case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, impact of domestic tariffs and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.

Healthcare Infrastructure Growth Installed base and New Technology Penetration

The market also provides you with detailed market analysis for every country growth in healthcare expenditure for capital equipment, installed base of different kind of products for market, impact of technology using life line curves and changes in healthcare regulatory scenarios and their impact on the market. The data is available for historic period 2016-2021.

Competitive Landscape and Full Dentures Market Share Analysis

The market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, global presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to market.

Some of the major players operating in the market are:

• Institut Straumann AG (Switzerland)
• Envista (U.S.)
• Dentsply Sirona (U.S.)
• 3M (U.S.)
• Zimmer Biomet (U.S.)
• Henry Schein, Inc. (U.S.)
• Ivoclar Vivadent (U.S.)
• GC International AG (Switzerland)
• Mitsui Chemicals, Inc (Japan)
• KeystoneDentalGroup (U.S.)
• BEGO GmbH and Co. K.G. (Germany)
• Conexiant (U.S.)
• Brasseler USA (U.S.)
• OSSTEM IMPLANT CO., LTD. (Japan)
• DB Orthodontics Limited (U.K.)
• J. MORITA CORP. (Japan)
• VOCO GmbH (Germany)

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