Dental Caries Treatment Market Report 2025

The dental caries treatment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.32 billion in 2024 to $6.68 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising awareness of oral hygiene, increasing prevalence of dental caries among children and adults, growing demand for cosmetic dentistry, higher consumption of dietary sugar, and a surge in healthcare spending.

The dental caries treatment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.24 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing burden of tooth decay, rising adoption of preventive dental care, growing demand for minimally invasive procedures, expanding dental insurance penetration, and strengthened government initiatives for oral health. Major trends during this period include advancements in dental nanotechnology, development of biocompatible fillings, integration of digital workflows in dentistry, incorporation of wearable oral health devices, and innovations in bioactive dental materials.

The rising prevalence of tooth decay is expected to drive growth in the dental caries treatment market. Tooth decay involves the gradual destruction of tooth enamel caused by acids from bacteria that feed on sugars in the mouth, leading to cavities and potential tooth damage. Its increasing occurrence is linked to high consumption of sugary foods and beverages, which promote acid-producing bacteria that erode enamel. Dental caries treatment addresses early signs of decay and restores damaged teeth, improving oral health outcomes by reducing cavities, preventing tooth loss, enhancing overall dental hygiene, and increasing patient comfort. For example, in December 2024, the UK Parliament reported that in 2022-23, approximately 31,165 children were admitted to hospitals for extraction of decayed teeth. Consequently, the growing incidence of tooth decay is fueling the dental caries treatment market.

Companies in this market are developing advanced AI-powered diagnostic tools to improve early detection and treatment precision. AI-powered diagnostic tools leverage artificial intelligence to analyze dental images and data, enabling faster and more accurate identification of dental caries. In January 2025, VideaHealth Inc., a US-based healthcare technology company, launched Caries 3.0, an advanced AI model for detecting cavities. This tool uses enhanced deep-learning algorithms and improved image analysis to detect caries at earlier stages with greater confidence. It integrates with existing dental practice software, streamlining workflows and reducing diagnostic errors. This development highlights the growing adoption of AI in dentistry to optimize diagnostics, enhance treatment planning, and improve patient care.

In June 2022, Sun Life Financial Inc., a Canada-based financial services company, acquired DentaQuest LLC for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition allows Sun Life Financial to strengthen its leadership in the U.S. dental benefits market and reinforce its position in health and group benefits, while supporting its goal of helping clients achieve lifelong financial security and better health. DentaQuest LLC, based in the US, provides dental caries treatment through preventive and regenerative approaches.

Major players in the dental caries treatment market are 3M Company, Henry Schein Inc., Dentsply Sirona Inc., Acteon Group, Quantum Dental Technologies Inc., Septodont Holding S.A., Coltene Group, Shofu Dental Corporation, VOCO GmbH, GC Corporation, Clove Dental Services Pvt. Ltd., Biolase Inc., Air Techniques Inc., vVARDIS Technologies Pvt. Ltd., PulpDent Corporation, DentCare Dental Laboratories, HUGE Dental Private Limited., Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc., DiaDent Group International Co. Ltd., Prevest DenPro Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the dental caries treatment market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in dental caries treatment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the dental caries treatment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sudden escalation of U.S. tariffs and the consequent trade frictions in spring 2025 are severely impacting the healthcare sector, particularly in the supply of critical medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and pharmaceuticals. Hospitals and healthcare providers are facing higher costs for imported surgical instruments, imaging equipment, and consumables such as syringes and catheters, many of which have limited domestic alternatives. These increased costs are straining healthcare budgets, leading some providers to delay equipment upgrades or pass on expenses to patients. Additionally, tariffs on raw materials and components are disrupting the production of essential drugs and devices, causing supply chain bottlenecks. In response, the industry is diversifying sourcing strategies, boosting local manufacturing where possible, and advocating for tariff exemptions on life-saving medical products.

Dental caries treatment refers to medical procedures aimed at eliminating tooth decay and restoring the affected tooth’s structure and function. This involves removing the decayed material and filling the cavity to prevent further damage and infection.

The primary types of dental caries treatment are non-invasive treatments, invasive treatments, and surgical treatments. Non-invasive treatments are procedures that avoid incisions or tissue removal, reducing risk and recovery time. These treatments are applied to various types of caries, including enamel caries, dentin caries, root caries, and secondary caries. Common materials used include amalgam fillings, composite resin fillings, glass ionomer fillings, ceramic fillings, and gold fillings. Dental caries treatments are distributed via direct sales, online retail, distributors, and wholesale channels, serving end users such as dental clinics, hospitals, homecare providers, and research organizations.

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The dental caries treatment market includes revenues earned by entities through diagnostic assessments, fluoride treatments, cavity fillings, root canal procedures, and preventive dental care. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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