Teledentistry Market

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Teledentistry Market by Component (Hardware, Software, Service), by Application (Telecommunication, Teleconsultation, and Others), by End-User (Healthcare Provider, Patients, and Others) – Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2024–2030

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Market Overview

The global Teledentistry Market size was valued at USD 1.49 billion in 2023 and is predicted to reach USD 4.59 billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 17.45% from 2024-2030.Teledentistry refers to the use of telecommunications technology to provide dental care and services remotely.

This approach leverages digital communication tools, such as video conferencing and online platforms, to connect dental professionals with patients without the need for in-person visits. In the dental industry, teledentistry enables practitioners to conduct consultations, provide oral health advice, and even diagnose certain dental issues virtually. It enhances accessibility to dental care by breaking down geographical barriers and increasing convenience for patients.

Market Dynamics and Trends

The teledentistry market is experiencing rapid growth within the healthcare sector. This expansion is primarily attributed to an increasing preference among patients for virtual consultations and visual assessments with dentists, offering a convenient alternative to traditional in-person check-ups.

This allows patients to communicate with healthcare providers remotely, making dental care more accessible and oral treatment more efficient. As an example, in January 2023, Dentulu and Pearl joined forces to integrate Clinical AI in teledentistry. This initiative allows incorporation of artificial intelligence tools into online dental consultations, which can improve diagnostics and treatment planning.

Also, the growth of teledentistry is getting a boost from the widespread use of electronic health records (eHRs) in the dental sector. With increasing digitalization in healthcare, accessing dental information and patient history becomes easier.

According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) as of September 2023, 27 European countries have adopted eHRs in their healthcare systems. This adoption reflects the progress in healthcare digitization, contributing to the global integration and expansion of teledentistry services.

Moreover, virtual dental home (VDH) plays a crucial role in addressing oral health disparities by reaching underserved populations in remote areas or regions with limited access to traditional dental facilities. For instance, in August 2023, St. Apollonia Dental Clinic launched a new Virtual Dental Home (VDH) initiative in Maine. Maine's Virtual Dental Home initiative highlights the transformative impact of tele dentistry in addressing healthcare disparities and enhancing accessibility, aligning with the broader goals of improving oral health outcomes.

However, the initial high cost associated with the incorporation of the teledentistry equipment restricts several small healthcare organizations and private dental clinics from adopting this technology. This poses as a significant market restrain for the growth of teledentistry industry.

On the contrary, using asynchronous communication, a mode of interaction where information is exchanged between dental professionals and patients simultaneously present in real-time, allows patients to share details about their dental problems. This information can then be easily sent to specialists who can suggest suitable treatments. This approach is expected to create significant growth opportunities for the market.

 

Market Segmentation and Scope of Study

The teledentistry market share is segmented on the basis of component, application, end user, and geography. On the basis of component, the market is divided into hardware, software services. On the basis of application, the market is classified into telecommunication, teleconsultation, and others. On the basis of end-user, the market is classified into healthcare providers, patients, and others. Geographic breakdown and analysis of each of the aforesaid segments include regions comprising North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW.

 

Geographical Analysis

North-America holds the dominant share in teledentistry market and is expected to continue its dominance during the forecast period. This dominance is largely due to the rapid digitalization within the dentistry sector in countries like the U.S. and Canada, which are increasingly embracing telemedicine and telehealth services.

These advancements are aimed at delivering superior dental care and oral treatments. According to the survey conducted by the American Dental Clinical Evaluators (ADCE) as of February 2023, out of 244 respondents, 30% use teledentistry in their practices to provide oral-treatment with the help of virtual consultation.

Also, the presence of prominent market players including MouthWatch LLC and Smile Direct Club that are adopting various market strategies such as collaboration and product launch is boosting the market growth in the region. For instance, in February 2023, MouthWatch LLC launched Dentistry. One, a virtual-first care network that is designed to transform access to oral health care and the journey of dental patient care.

On the other hand, Europe is expected to show a steady rise in teledentistry market due to several initiatives adopted by organizations, related to remote dental consultations in countries including U.K and Germany. For example, the U. K’s National Health Service (NHS) introduced National General Practice Improvement Programme (NGPIP) to deliver training and transformation support to all practices such as electronic health records (eHRs), patient portals, and digital impression system from May 2023.

This initiative facilitates remote dental consultations, improving overall oral healthcare accessibility, and providing digital tools for online patient diagnosis. Moreover, government funding in countries like Germany and the UK for the development of healthcare sector is boosting the adoption of digital health facilities in hospitals.

This support aims to enhance the healthcare sector by introducing digital equipment in the medical sector, thereby contributing to the growth of the market. According to the Grants Office Europe as of January 2021, the German federals and state governments initiated the offering of USD 4.3 billion for digital health innovation in public hospitals in accordance with the Hospital Future Act (KHZG).

 

Competitive Landscape

The teledentistry market comprising of various market key players such as Virtual Dental Care, MouthWatch LLC, Smile Direct Club, Dentulu Inc, Live Dentist, Teledentix, The TeleDentists, Koninklijke Philips N.V., Deteractive Solutions Inc, Toothpic, Candid Care Co, Sesame Inc, and others. These market players are adopting various strategies such as product launches and collaboration to maintain their dominance in the global tele dentistry market.

For instance, in June 2023, Virtual Dental Care launched Dental.com, a new platform aimed at expanding access to tele dentistry services, marking a notable entry into the digital dental care space. This platform aims to bridge gaps in oral healthcare by providing a user-friendly interface for patients seeking convenient and efficient tele dentistry services.

Also, in February 2022, MouthWatch LLC’s tele dentistry platform, TeleDent, collaborated with Open Dental Software, an open-source management system. This integration allow TeleDent users to utilize the benefits of an open-source dental practice management system. It enhances their dental practice experience by combining the features of TeleDent with the user-friendly aspects of the open-source software from Open Dental.

Moreover, in April 2022, TeleDentists formed a strategic partnership with Sesame Inc, a company specializing in communication solutions for healthcare practices. This collaboration has led to the creation of an innovative, integrated platform designed to facilitate seamless connections between dental professionals and patients, specifically for oral treatments and consultations.

Key Benefits

  • The report provides quantitative analysis and estimations of the teledentistry market from 2024 to 2030, which assists in identifying the prevailing market opportunities.

  • The study comprises a deep dive analysis of the tele dentistry market including the current and future trends to depict prevalent investment pockets in the market.

  • Information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities and their impact on the tele dentistry market is provided in the report. 

  • Competitive analysis of the players, along with their market share is provided in the report.

  • SWOT analysis and Porters Five Forces model is elaborated in the study.

  • Value chain analysis in the market study provides a clear picture of roles of stakeholders.

Key Market Segments

By Product

  • Hardware

  • Software

  • Services

By Application

  • Telecommunication

  • Teleconsultation

  • Others 

By End User

  • Healthcare Providers 

  • Patients

  • Others

By Region

  • North America

    • The U.S.

    • Canada

    • Mexico

  • Europe

    • The UK

    • Germany

    • France        

    • Italy        

    • Spain        

    • Denmark        

    • Netherlands        

    • Finland        

    • Sweden        

    • Norway        

    • Russia        

    • Rest of Europe    

  • Asia Pacific

    • China

    • Japan

    • India

    • South Korea

    • Australia

    • Indonesia

    • Singapore

    • Taiwan

    • Thailand

    • Rest of Asia Pacific

  • RoW

    • Latin America

    • Middle East

    • Africa

Key Players

  • MouthWatch LLC

  • Virtual Dental Care

  • Smile Direct Club

  • Dentulu Inc.

  • Live Dentist 

  • Teledentix

  • The TeleDentists

  • Koninklijke Philips N.V. 

  • Deteractive Solutions Inc.

  • Sesame Inc.

REPORT SCOPE AND SEGMENTATION:

Parameters

Details

Market Size in 2023

USD 1.49 Billion

Revenue Forecast in 2030

USD 4.59 Billion

Growth Rate

CAGR of 17.45% from 2023 to 2030

Analysis Period

2023–2030

Base Year Considered

2023

Forecast Period

2024–2030

Market Size Estimation

Billion (USD)

Growth Factors

  • Increasing preference among patients for virtual consultations and visual assessments.

  • Growing adoption of electronic health records (eHRs) in global health care sector.

  • The integration of virtual dental home (VDH) in healthcare sector to provide oral- health treatment.

Countries Covered

28

Companies Profiled

10

Market Share

Available for 10 companies

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Frequently Asked Questions

The teledentistry market is valued at USD 1.49 billion in 2023.

According to the report published by Next Move Strategy Consulting, the global tele dentistry market is expected to hit USD 4.59 billion by 2030.

North-America is dominating in teledentistry market globally.

The top companies operating in the teledentistry market includes, MouthWatch LLC, Smile Direct Club, Dentulu Inc, Live Dentist, Teledentix, The TeleDentists, Koninklijke Philips N.V., Deteractive Solutions Inc, Toothpic, Candid Care Co, Sesame Inc Machinery, TGW Logistics Group GmbH, Right Hand Robotics Inc., and Daifuku Co Ltd.

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