REPORT SCOPE
INTRODUCTION
STUDY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
This BCC Research report, Global Markets for Dental Consumables and Prosthetics, provides an overview of products included in these markets, as well as detailed estimates of market size and growth and analyses of markets and competitive environments. The study includes information regarding significant products, players, issues, trends, and other information affecting the dental industry.
REASONS FOR DOING THE STUDY
Although traditional equipment and materials still command a large portion of the dental market, new equipment and materials continue to be introduced. Newer technologies (e.g., dental lasers, cosmetic solutions, product delivery solutions) continue to have a significant impact on the dental industry. This study focuses on the dental consumables segment and addresses issues affecting this subdivision of the industry. New product development and changing environments are key factors affecting the market.
This area covers a wide variety of products and dental conditions that affect all demographic groups. Improving awareness and education is a strong point in advancing the dental market.
SCOPE OF REPORT
This BCC Research report is designed to be a helpful business tool that provides a thorough evaluation of the market for dental consumables. The geographic scope of this study is global with emphasis focused on the U.S., as well as special segments on select geographic regions. The report identifies markets in the general segments of preventive, treatment and restorative/cosmetic consumables. Each market segment discussion provides detailed information based on product categories, uses of products, forecasts, and competitive analyses.
The dental consumables market encompasses four general market segments:
- General dental supplies
- Preventive materials and supplies
- Treatment materials and supplies
- Restorative and cosmetic supplies, materials, and prosthetics
The following products are included within each segment:
- General dental supplies
- Cotton sponges, rolls, and tips
- Disposable tips and covers
- Patient bibs and other paper operatory products
- Anesthetics (topical and injectable)
- Imaging materials, x-ray films, mounts, and digital supplies
- Preventive materials and supplies
- Fluoride and related materials
- Temporary sealants and fillings
- Oral rinses
- Cleaning agents and materials
- Disclosing agents
- Treatment materials and supplies
- Filling materials
- Filling supplies and accessories
- Endodontic materials and supplies
- Finishing materials and supplies
- Restorative and cosmetic supplies, materials, and prosthetics
- Dental prosthetics
- Impression materials
- Cements, liners, and bases
- Tissue and bone regeneration materials
- Bleaching supplies
METHODOLOGY
The information for this BCC report was obtained through primary and secondary data-collection methods. Primary methods included interviews with approximately 40 key executives, product managers, and clinical specialists involved in the dental industry. Secondary methods included published literature in the area of dentistry, investment reports, company literature, and various dental journals.
All market data pertains to the global market at the manufacturers’ level. Data is expressed in current U.S. dollars. The base year of the report is 2010, with historical data provided for 2009 and 2008, and forecast data provided for 2015. Historical, base year, and forecast data are provided for each market segment of the report. Competitor market share estimates are provided for each market segments for the 2010 base year.
Although this study provides information on a variety of consumables used in the dental industry, it does not include a comprehensive list of all available products.
ANALYST
Melissa Elder is an experienced healthcare market analyst specializing in prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and emerging healthcare technologies. Ms. Elder has nearly 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry, specializing in market research for the past 14 years. This experience has given her substantial insight into pharmaceutical market analysis. Her work in the medical community, including emergency room medical training and healthcare information system coordination, has enhanced her ability to provide insight into many healthcare markets.
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DISCLAIMER
The information developed in this report is intended to be as reliable as possible at the time of publication and of a professional nature. This information does not constitute managerial, legal, or accounting advice; nor should it serve as a corporate policy guide, laboratory manual, or an endorsement of any product, as much of the information is speculative in nature. The authors assume no responsibility for any loss or damage that might result from reliance on the reported information or its use.
