Dental Air Polishing and Ultrasonics Market by Product Type (Dental Air Polishing, Ultrasonic, Combination, Accessories & Consumables), Application, End User, & Geography - Global Forecast to 2035

The global dental air polishing and ultrasonics market was valued at $1.56 billion in 2024. This market is expected to reach approximately $3.5 billion by 2035, growing from an estimated $1.63 billion in 2025, at a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period of 2025–2035.

Market Size & Growth Forecast

Report Overview

This report analyzes the global dental air polishing and ultrasonics market, evaluating how solution providers are addressing the growing prevalence of periodontal diseases, increasing demand for minimally invasive dental procedures, and evolving dental care requirements across various regions. The report provides a strategic analysis of market dynamics, growth projections till 2035, and competitive positioning across global and regional/country-level markets.

Key Market Drivers & Trends

The dental air polishing and ultrasonics market is primarily driven by the rising prevalence of periodontal diseases, growing adoption of minimally invasive dental procedures, increasing dental implant procedures, and technological advancements in dental equipment. The shift towards combination systems and focus on biocompatible polishing powders are reshaping the industry, while enhanced ergonomics and user experience are gaining significant traction. Additionally, eco-friendly and sustainable solutions and integration with digital dentistry are further driving market growth, especially in developed markets with advanced dental care infrastructure.

Key Challenges

Despite significant growth potential, the overall dental air polishing and ultrasonics market faces challenges including high cost of advanced dental equipment, limited reimbursement for dental procedures, infection control concerns, and lack of technical skills in developing regions. Additionally, stringent regulatory requirements, product standardization issues, and the impact of economic downturns on dental equipment purchases present significant obstacles, potentially slowing down market adoption in different regions across the globe.

Growth Opportunities

The dental air polishing and ultrasonics market offers several high-growth opportunities. Development of portable and cost-effective devices is driving innovation across multiple segments. Another major opportunity lies in expanding dental care infrastructure in emerging markets. Additionally, growing dental tourism and integration with digital dentistry are creating new revenue streams for solution providers, as organizations increasingly seek efficient alternatives to traditional dental care methods.

Market Segmentation Highlights

By Product Type

The Dental Ultrasonic Systems segment is expected to hold the largest share of the overall dental air polishing and ultrasonics market in 2025, due to its versatility and growing adoption in dental practices across the globe. The adoption of Dental Air Polishing Systems is increased particularly in regions with advanced dental infrastructure. However, the Combination Systems type is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period, driven by increasing demand for multifunctional equipment, technological advancements, and the push for operational efficiency in busy dental practices.

By Application

The Periodontal Treatments segment is expected to dominate the overall dental air polishing and ultrasonics market in 2025, primarily due to the high prevalence of periodontal diseases globally. However, the Implant Maintenance segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR through the forecast period, driven by increasing dental implant procedures, focus on implant longevity, and the need for specialized maintenance tools

By End User

The Dental Practices segment is expected to hold the largest share of the overall dental air polishing and ultrasonics market in 2025, due to the high number of private dental practices globally and increasing adoption of advanced dental technologies. However, the Dental Academic and Research Institutes segment is expected to experience the fastest growth rate during the forecast period, driven by the increasing focus on dental research, training of dental professionals, and adoption of cutting-edge technologies for educational purposes.

By Geography

North America is expected to hold the largest share of the global dental air polishing and ultrasonics market in 2025, driven by advanced dental healthcare infrastructure, high adoption of technological innovations in dentistry, and significant investments in dental care. Additionally, favorable reimbursement policies and high awareness about oral health contribute significantly to market dominance. Europe follows as the second-largest market, bolstered by strong dental healthcare systems and increasing focus on preventive dental care. However, Asia-Pacific is witnessing the fastest growth rate during the forecast period, primarily driven by expanding dental care facilities, increasing dental tourism, growing awareness about oral hygiene, and the advantages dental air polishing and ultrasonics offer in minimally invasive procedures

Competitive Landscape

The global dental air polishing and ultrasonics market features a diverse competitive landscape with established dental equipment manufacturers, dental technology specialists, oral healthcare solution providers, and innovative dental startups pursuing varied approaches to dental air polishing and ultrasonics implementation.

The broader solution provider landscape is categorized into industry leaders, market differentiators, vanguards, and contemporary stalwarts, with each group employing distinctive strategies to maintain competitive advantage. Leading providers are focusing on integrated solutions that combine advanced technology with broader dental care services while addressing region-specific healthcare challenges.

The key players operating in the global dental air polishing and ultrasonics market are EMS (Electro Medical Systems), Dentsply Sirona, Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC (Cantel Medical/Steris), NSK Ltd., ACTEON Group, W&H Dentalwerk Bürmoos GmbH, Kavo Dental GmbH (Envista Holdings), Mectron S.p.A., Ultradent Products, Inc., LM-Dental (Planmeca Group), COLTENE Group, J. Morita Corp., Parkell, Inc., Vista Dental Products, Brasseler USA (Komet), Premier Dental Products Company, Dürr Dental SE, and Young Innovations, Inc. among others.

Dental Air Polishing and Ultrasonics Market Report Summary

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