Dental Laboratories Market Size, Share, Growth Analysis, By Material(Metal-Ceramics, Traditional All-Ceramics, CAD/CAM Materials (Zirconia, Glass-ceramics), By Equipment Type(3D printing systems, Integrated CAD/CAM systems, Casting Machines, Milling Equipment), By Prosthetic Type(Bridges, Crowns, Veneers, Dentures), By Region - Industry Forecast 2024-2031

Dental Laboratories Market size was valued at USD 31.62 billion in 2022 and is poised to grow from USD 33.32 billion in 2023 to USD 50.76 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 5.4% during the forecast period (2024-2031).

The dental laboratories market is characterized by fierce competition, with rapid adoption of advanced technologies, growing demand for cosmetic and restorative dental services, and an increase in dental practice. Leading global players such as Dentsply Sirona, Danaher Corporation, Straumann Group, 3M dominate the market with advanced product offerings and innovative technology investments. These companies offer strong R&D capabilities, CAD/CAM systems and 3D printing serve to stay on the cutting edge of dental innovation enabling dental restorations to be performed more accurately, faster and more cost-effectively. For example, Dentsply Sirona's focus on digital dentistry, including internally scanning scanners and lab software, strengthens its competitiveness and digitizes integrated ecosystem. 'DENTSPLY SIRONA, Inc. ', 'Envista Holdings Corporation ', '3M Company ', 'Ivoclar Vivadent AG ', 'Planmeca Oy ', 'GC Corporation ', 'Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. ', 'Kuraray Noritake Dental, Inc. ', 'VOCO GmbH ', 'Amann Girrbach AG ', 'BEGO GmbH & Co. KG ', 'Schütz Dental GmbH ', 'Institut Straumann AG ', 'VITA Zahnfabrik H. Rauter GmbH & Co. KG ', 'Coltene Group ', 'Shofu Inc. ', '3D Systems, Inc. ', 'Stratasys ', 'Nakanishi Inc. ', 'A-dec Inc. ', 'Zirkonzahn GmbH ', 'Smart Dent ', 'Shining 3D ', 'Roland DG Corporation ', 'Formlabs'

Increasing awareness of cosmetic dentistry and restorative solutions is driving the demand for advanced dental services in dental laboratories market outlook. Patients increasingly want to explore options such as dental implants, veneers, and fillings to restore their appearance and function. An aging population and increasing disposable incomes in many areas are driving further increased demand, especially for age-appropriate dental fillings and address services. This shift towards aesthetic and restorative dentistry supports long-term growth in dental laboratories, where high-quality standardized dental products are in high demand. 

Shift to Digitally automated Dental Solutions: As digital adoption increases, dental labs embrace cloud-based platforms, digital imaging and automated workflows. This trend increases lab productivity through better data management and connectivity and ease of control with dental clinics, ultimately from a patient perspective. Streamlines processes to final product delivery. Also, automated systems reduce manual processes, allowing labs to focus on high-value tasks, and improve the quality and accuracy of the products. The shift towards automation and digital integration is transforming the industry, enabling comprehensive dental solutions.

North America led the market and accounted for 38.04% of the global revenue in 2023 due to well-placed healthcare, rising healthcare costs, rising dental diseases, solution volume rising levels in the region, and its greater awareness of oral health. The growing number of dentists is also driving the growth of the dental laboratories industry. The major factors driving the growth are the increasing elderly population, prone to oral problems, availability of well-established products associated with advanced laser treatments, computer design (CAD). Treatment options such as computerized management (CAM) software solutions and digital radiography.