The market for restorative dentistry was forecast to grow to a value of $22.2 billion in the next 5 years, according to a report by market analysts, ResearchAndMarkets.com. The market is expected to grow from the current 2022 valuation of $16.5 billion at a CAGR of 6.1%.
Within the market, the segment on prosthetic materials is forecast to take up the greatest share in 2021. This is based on growth in the number of people worldwide who have lost teeth.
When evaluating by share of the market based on type of care, implantology is expected to make up the largest share in 2021. That top spot is based on the high rate of demand for dental implants across the developed world.
By end user, the dental hospital and clinics segment is expected to take the largest share in 2021. Growth expectations are based on the uptick in dental tourism and the rising number of dental hospitals and clinics across the globe.
When broken down by geography, the restorative dentistry market is forecast to be led by Europe as the largest shareholder in 2021. An increasing geriatric population in Europe has spurred growth in the region.
Editorials 27 September 2026
Dentistry33 survey highlights replacement care, deep caries and evolving restorative workflows
Reader survey finds direct composites remain dominant, secondary caries is the leading reason for restoration replacement, and clinicians want more training in pulp preservation
Reader survey finds direct composites remain dominant, secondary caries is the leading reason for restoration replacement, and clinicians want more training in pulp preservation
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Editorials 27 September 2026
Dentistry33 survey highlights replacement care, deep caries and evolving restorative workflows
Reader survey finds direct composites remain dominant, secondary caries is the leading reason for restoration replacement, and clinicians want more training in pulp preservation
Reader survey finds direct composites remain dominant, secondary caries is the leading reason for restoration replacement, and clinicians want more training in pulp preservation
Edra Professional Books 26 September 2026
Manual of oral surgery: A Practical Reference for Dental Professionals
Manual of oral surgery is an Edra professional dentistry reference focused on clinical practice, education and treatment planning.
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