Dental handpieces are precise tools utilized in dentistry for tasks such as drilling, cutting, polishing, and shaping teeth. They are powered either by air (air-driven) or electricity (electric-driven) and are designed to accommodate different attachments such as burs and polishing brushes. High-speed handpieces are employed for cutting and shaping, whereas low-speed handpieces are used for polishing and completing dental procedures.
In the dental handpieces market, key product types include hybrid air-electric handpieces, air-driven handpieces, and electric handpieces. Hybrid air-electric handpieces combine features of both air-driven and electric types. These products cater to various end users including dental clinics, hospitals, and ambulatory surgical centers, offering different speeds such as high-speed and low-speed configurations.
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The dental handpieces market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.86 billion in 2024 to $2 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to prevalence of dental health problems, rising incidence of dental diseases, increasing demand for cosmetic dentistry, rising demand for root canal treatments, and increasing demand for cosmetic and aesthetic dental procedures.
The dental handpieces market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.64 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for advanced dental care services, rising trends in cosmetic dentistry, increasing awareness about oral hygiene, increasing demand for dental handpieces, and increasing awareness and adoption of good oral hygiene practices. Major trends in the forecast period include technological developments with rising product launches in the dental handpieces, penetration of 3D printed dental drill, advancements in dental technology, integration with advanced technologies, and growing adoption of cosmetic dentistry procedures.
The growth of the dental handpieces market is expected to be driven by increasing incidences of dental diseases. Factors contributing to this rise include poor oral hygiene, high sugar diets, an aging population, tobacco use, genetic predispositions, chronic conditions such as diabetes, limited access to dental care, lack of oral health awareness and education, and economic constraints. Dental handpieces play a crucial role in treating dental diseases by precisely removing decay, shaping teeth for restorations, cleaning periodontal pockets, and improving treatment outcomes. For example, in the 2022-23 period, the National Health Service (NHS) Dentistry reported a 23.2% increase in dental treatments provided, reflecting the growing demand due to dental disease prevalence.
Leading dental handpiece manufacturers are innovating with contra-angle electric handpieces to enhance precision, reduce practitioner fatigue, and enhance patient comfort during procedures. These instruments feature an angular design that facilitates access to difficult-to-reach areas in the mouth. For instance, Bien-Air Medical Technologies launched the Nova in February 2022, a lightweight contra-angle electric handpiece designed for improved ergonomics and reliability. Its small head and slim handle enhance visibility for dentists and provide easier access to posterior areas. The handpiece incorporates stainless-steel construction, an advanced spray system, and heat-arresting technology to ensure durability, user comfort, and patient safety.
In August 2023, Nakanishi Inc., a Japanese company known for manufacturing dental handpieces, acquired DCI International for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aims to solidify NSK's presence in the largest dental market globally, the United States. The integration of NSK's global reach with DCI's specialized knowledge in dental chairs and units is expected to enrich product offerings, offering dentists a broader selection and enhancing the quality of care. DCI International, headquartered in the US, specializes in manufacturing dental equipment and parts, including handpieces and related accessories.
Major companies operating in the dental handpieces market are Danaher Corporation, Dentsply Sirona Inc., Straumann AG, Acteon Group, J. Morita Corporation, Nakanishi Dental Equipment Manufacturing Co. Ltd., W&H Dentalwerk Burmoos GmbH, Septodont Limited, KaVo Dental GmbH, Gebr Brasseler GmbH & Co KG, BioHorizons Inc., DentalEZ Inc., Bien-Air Dental SA, SciCan Ltd., Nouvag AG, Dentatus, Dentamerica Inc., Lares Research, Young Innovations Inc., Planmeca Oy, Osada Inc, Beyes Dental Canada Inc., Medidenta International Inc., Inovadent Zahntechnik GmbH, Ivory Mechanikkonzept
North America was the largest region in the dental handpieces market in 2024. The regions covered in the dental handpieces market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the dental handpieces market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The dental handpieces market consists of sales of laser, endodontic, and ultrasonic handpieces. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
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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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
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The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:1) By Product: Hybrid Air-Electric Handpieces; Air-Driven Handpieces; Electric Handpieces
2) By Speed: High-Speed; Low-Speed
3) By End-User: Dental Clinics; Hospitals; Ambulatory Surgical Centers
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Dental Handpieces Market Characteristics
3. Dental Handpieces Market Trends And Strategies
4. Dental Handpieces Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Covid And Recovery On The Market
5. Global Dental Handpieces Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework
5.1. Global Dental Handpieces PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
5.2. Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.3. Global Dental Handpieces Market Growth Rate Analysis
5.4. Global Dental Handpieces Historic Market Size and Growth, 2019 - 2024, Value ($ Billion)
5.5. Global Dental Handpieces Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2024 - 2029, 2034F, Value ($ Billion)
5.6. Global Dental Handpieces Total Addressable Market (TAM)
6. Dental Handpieces Market Segmentation
6.1. Global Dental Handpieces Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Hybrid Air-Electric Handpieces
Air-Driven Handpieces
Electric Handpieces
6.2. Global Dental Handpieces Market, Segmentation By Speed, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
High-Speed
Low-Speed
6.3. Global Dental Handpieces Market, Segmentation By End-User, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Dental Clinics
Hospitals
Ambulatory Surgical Centers
6.4. Global Dental Handpieces Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Hybrid Air-Electric Handpieces, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Corded Hybrid Air-Electric Handpieces
Cordless Hybrid Air-Electric Handpieces
6.5. Global Dental Handpieces Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Air-Driven Handpieces, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
High-Speed Air-Driven Handpieces
Low-Speed Air-Driven Handpieces
6.6. Global Dental Handpieces Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Electric Handpieces, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Straight Electric Handpieces
Contra-Angle Electric Handpieces
7. Dental Handpieces Market Regional And Country Analysis
7.1. Global Dental Handpieces Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Dental Handpieces Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion