Dental amalgam market to exhibit lucrative growth during the forecast period
The global dental amalgam market is growing significantly, was valued at US$ 307.4 Mn in 2017 and expected to reach US$ 496.3 Mn by 2026. Increasing dental filling procedures, treatment with minimally invasive procedures along with the increasing prevalence of dental infection, tooth fractures, and tooth decay drives the overall dental amalgam market growth. Advanced technological evolution in the material types and new product launch in the dental industry along with outsourcing of dental amalgams and excessive usage in the cosmetic industry would drive the overall market. However, according to numerous dental research studies increase in mercury levels in blood or release of toxic components through dental amalgams is a serious issue falling behind.
Market Synopsis
Composite resin type segment is expected to register higher growth by the end of 2026
Global sales of dental amalgams will expand significantly, mainly in the U.S. and Europe. The market growth is further fuelled with rising edentulous population that favors dental fillings along with customized dental amalgams. Wide range of dental amalgam types in the market incorporate dental experts to meet the fluctuating demand in the dental industry. Growing popularity of composite resins, smart composites, silver or gold amalgams and other customized fillings are expanding interest globally. Increasing preference for silver and gold in the dental amalgams will also boost the growth. Admixed alloy particles are also preferred on a large scale. The quaternary alloys show lucrative growth during the forecast period.
The dental clinics segment is expected to register higher growth by the end of 2026
Steady growth in the dental clinics is expected during the forecast period. The changing dynamics towards dental aesthetics along with growing dental filling procedures in dental clinics is producing maximum revenue share during the forecast period. In addition, expanded use of customized materials, enhanced applications of composite resins and silver amalgams for better results are driving the overall growth of the market. However, higher cost fillings, lack of supplies, and unstructured reimbursement scenario in developing nations are hampering the development of dental amalgam market. Additionally, rising concerns about the toxicity of mercury and uncommon happenings of allergic reactions may hamper the overall growth.
Increasing demand for customized materials, and the presence of established players holds North America in dominant position
North America to contribute maximum revenue share in the overall growth of the dental amalgam market. As indicated by American Dental Association, national dental health expenditures in the U.S rose from US$ 114 billion (2014) to 117 billion (2015). Major external factors enhancing the overall dental amalgam industry include, the improved oral care management, high predominance of tooth decay globally, advancements in the dental amalgam industry along with rising dental filling procedures, growing partnerships, dental tourism and demand in the cosmetic dentistry. However, in low economic nations such as Africa, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, availability of dental treatment is inadequate. Deficiency of skilled professionals, less accessibility of advanced product types and high cost along with no or very less reimbursement structure is restraining the growth of the dental amalgam market.
Dominance of multinational manufacturers with strong product portfolio in the developed regions
Major players in the dental amalgam market are Henry Schein, Inc., DenMat Holdings Coltene Whaledent, Patterson dental, GC America, AT&M Biomaterials Co., Ltd., Kuraray, Dentsply, Noritake Dental, Nanjing FoiNoe Co., Ltd., Kerr Corporation, Benco Dental Supply Company and others. Top dental manufacturers are implementing growth strategies along with technology advancement in silver amalgams and composite resins. Additionally, new product launch, merger or partnerships with dental clinics or hospitals along with increasing dental filling procedures will further spur revenue growth during the forecast period.
Historical & Forecast Period
2016 – Historical Year
2017 – Base Year
2018 - 2026 – Forecast Period
This study report represents analysis for each segment from 2016 to 2026 considering 2017 to be the base year. Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for each of the respective segments estimated for the forecast period from 2018 to 2026.
Report Scope by Segments
Restorative Material Type (2016–2026; US$ Mn)
End-user Segment (2016–2026; US$ Mn)
Geography Segment (2016–2026; US$ Mn)
The current report also comprehends qualitative and qualitative market valuation factors such as key market drivers, market trends, restraints and opportunities that gives a better market understanding of the overall dental amalgam market. Additionally, the global report also comprises graphical representation of competitive landscape based on their market initiatives and strategies, product portfolio and business strengths.
Key questions answered in this report
Chapter 1. Preface
1.1. Report Description
1.1.1. Study Purpose
1.1.2. Target Audience
1.1.3. USP and Key Offerings
1.2. Market Segmentation
1.3. Research Scope
1.4. Research Methodology
1.4.1. Phase I – Secondary Research
1.4.2. Phase II – Primary Research
1.4.3. Phase III – Expert Panel Review
1.4.4. Assumptions
1.4.5. Market Segmentation
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. Global Dental Amalgam Market Portraiture
2.2. Global Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2017 (US$ Mn)
2.3. Global Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2017 (US$ Mn)
2.4. Global Dental Amalgam Market, by Geography, 2017 Vs 2026 (Value %)
Chapter 3. Global Dental Amalgam Market: Market Dynamics and Future Outlook
3.1. Market Overview
3.2. Dental Amalgam Technologies: Future Trends
3.3. Current Scenario: Partnership Strategies Internationally, Mergers & New Product Launches
3.4. Drivers
3.5. Challenges
3.6. Opportunities
3.7. Attractive Investment Proposition, by Geography, 2017
3.8. Competitive Landscape
3.8.1. Competitive Landscape, by Key Players, 2017
Chapter 4. Global Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
4.1. Overview
4.2. Glass Ionomer
4.3. Silver Amalgam
4.4. Composite Resins
4.5. Ceramic/Poreclain
4.6. Gold
Chapter 5. Global Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
5.1. Overview
5.2. Hospitals
5.3. Dental Clinics
5.4. Research Institutions
5.5. Dental labs
Chapter 6. Global Dental Amalgam Market, by Geography, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.1. Overview
6.2. North America Dental Amalgam Market Analysis, 2016 – 2026
6.2.1. North America Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.2.2. North America Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.2.3. North America Dental Amalgam Market, by Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.2.3.1. U.S.
6.2.3.2. Canada
6.3. Europe Dental Amalgam Market Analysis, 2016 – 2026
6.3.1. Europe Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.3.2. Europe Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.3.3. Europe Dental Amalgam Market, by Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.3.3.1. U.K.
6.3.3.2. Germany
6.3.3.3. Rest of Europe
6.4. Asia Pacific Dental Amalgam Market Analysis, 2016 – 2026
6.4.1. Asia Pacific Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.4.2. Asia Pacific Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.4.3. Asia Pacific Dental Amalgam Market, by Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.4.3.1. Japan
6.4.3.2. China
6.4.3.3. Rest of APAC
6.5. Latin America Dental Amalgam Market Analysis, 2016 – 2026
6.5.1. Latin America Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.5.2. Latin America Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.5.3. Latin America Dental Amalgam Market, by Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.5.3.1. Brazil
6.5.3.2. Mexico
6.5.3.3. Rest of Latin America
6.6. Middle East & Africa (MEA) Dental Amalgam Market Analysis, 2016 – 2026
6.6.1. MEA Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.6.2. MEA Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.6.3. MEA Dental Amalgam Market, by Region, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.6.3.1. GCC
6.6.3.2. Rest of MEA
Chapter 7. Company Profiles
7.1. Henry Schein, Inc.
7.1.1. Business Description
7.1.2. Financial Information (Subject to data availability)
7.1.3. Product Portfolio
7.1.4. Key Developments
7.2. DenMat Holdings
7.3. Coltene Whaledent
7.4. Patterson dental
7.5. GC America
7.6. AT&M Biomaterials Co., Ltd.
7.7. Kuraray
7.8. Dentsply
7.9. Noritake Dental
7.10. Nanjing FoiNoe Co., Ltd.
7.11. Kerr Corporation
7.12. Benco Dental Supply Company
FIG. 1 Global Dental Amalgam Market: Research Methodology
FIG. 2 Market Size Estimation – Top Down & Bottom up Approach
FIG. 3 Global Dental Amalgam Market Segmentation
FIG. 4 Global Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2017 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 5 Global Dental Amalgam Market, by Application, 2017 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 6 Global Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2017 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 7 Global Dental Amalgam Market, by Geography, 2017 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 8 Attractive Investment Proposition, by Geography, 2017
FIG. 9 Global Market Positioning of Key Dental Amalgam Manufacturers, 2017
FIG. 10 Global Glass Ionomer Type Market for Dental Amalgam, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 11 Global Silver Amalgam Type Market for Dental Amalgam, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 12 Global Composite Resins Type Market for Dental Amalgam, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 13 Global Ceramic/Poreclain Type Market for Dental Amalgam, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 14 Global Gold Dental Amalgam Type Market for Dental Amalgam, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 15 Global Dental Hospitals & Clinics Market for Dental Amalgam, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 16 Global Dental Clinics Market for Dental Amalgam, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 17 Global Research Institutes Market for Dental Amalgam, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 18 Global Dental labs Market for Dental Amalgam, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 19 Global Research Institutes Market for Dental Amalgam, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 20 U.S. Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 21 Canada Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 22 U.K. Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 23 Germany Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 24 Rest of Europe Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 25 Japan Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 26 China Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 27 Rest of Asia Pacific Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 28 Brazil Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 29 Mexico Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 30 Rest of Latin America Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 31 GCC Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 32 Rest of Middle East & Africa Dental Amalgam Market, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 1 Market Snapshot: Global Dental Amalgam Market
TABLE 2 Global Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 3 Global Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 4 Global Dental Amalgam Market, by Geography, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 5 North America Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 6 North America Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 7 North America Dental Amalgam Market, by Country, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 8 Europe Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 9 Europe Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 10 Europe Dental Amalgam Market, by Country/Region, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 11 Latin America Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 12 Latin America Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 13 Latin America Dental Amalgam Market, by Country/Region, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 14 Asia Pacific Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 15 Asia Pacific Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 16 Asia Pacific Dental Amalgam Market, by Country/Region, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 17 Middle East & Africa Dental Amalgam Market, by Type, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 18 Middle East & Africa Dental Amalgam Market, by End User, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 19 Middle East & Africa Dental Amalgam Market, by Region, 2016–2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 20 Henry Schein, Inc. : Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
TABLE 21 DenMat Holdings: Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
TABLE 22 Coltene Whaledent: Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
TABLE 23 Patterson Dental.: Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
TABLE 24 GC America.: Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
TABLE 25 GC Corporation: Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
TABLE 26 AT&M Biomaterials Co., Ltd.: Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
TABLE 27 Kuraray: Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
TABLE 28 Dentsply: Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
TABLE 29 Noritake Dental.: Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
TABLE 30 Nanjing FoiNoe Co., Ltd.: Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
TABLE 31 Kerr Corporation: Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
TABLE 32 Benco Dental Supply Company.: Company Snapshot (Company Overview; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Key Developments)
