1. Global Fixed Orthodontic Appliances Market Key Raw Materials Analysis
1.1 Key Raw Materials
For fixed orthodontic appliance products, their main use is in the oral cavity. Therefore, the material must be non-damaging to oral and maxillofacial soft tissues, not chemically react with saliva, and meet physiological requirements. Fixed orthodontic appliances are usually made of ceramic, polymer, nickel-titanium, or stainless steel. Stainless steel is the most widely used material and has the advantages of cheaper price, fast product correction, and strong operability. Ceramics are mainly alumina ceramics and zirconia ceramics. Alumina ceramic brackets can be divided into single crystal transparent alumina ceramics and polycrystalline transparent alumina ceramics according to their different manufacturing processes. Since the production process of polycrystalline transparent alumina ceramics is simpler, it has transparent properties and better aesthetic properties, it is currently widely used. Fixed orthodontic appliances made of ceramics have a color close to the teeth, have a certain invisible effect, and have good aesthetics, so they have been widely used in recent years.
1.2 Key Raw Materials Price Trend
The raw materials of the fixed orthodontic appliance industry are mainly composed of ceramics, polymers, nickel-titanium, stainless steel and other materials. Affected by the new coronavirus epidemic and the Russia-Ukraine war, global commodity and energy prices such as metals and plastics have generally risen. This will lead to an upward trend in the price of raw materials for fixed orthodontic appliances. It is expected that as the economy and trade recover and inflation eases, the price of raw materials for children’s spectacle frames will decline in the coming years.
1.3 Key Suppliers of Fixed Orthodontic Appliances Raw Materials
The major suppliers of raw materials for Fixed Orthodontic Appliances include CoorsTek Inc, Morgan Advanced Materials, 3M, Dow, Lyondell Basell, Exxon Mobil, SAES Getters, Xi’an Saite Metal Materials Development Co., Ltd, Johnson Matthey, Ulbrich, Nippon Steel Corp and ArcelorMittal.
Table Key Suppliers of Fixed Orthodontic Appliances Raw Materials
2. Global Fixed Orthodontic Appliances Market Trends
Table Market Trends
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Application of digital technologies such as machine learning and artificial intelligence |
Digital technologies from CAD/CAM to 3D printing have revolutionized the business of orthodontic product manufacturers. Many companies are now taking this technology and using it to create new levels of custom fixed braces. For example, LightForce Orthodontics launched the world’s first 3D printed bracket system. The stent is fully customizable from socket to base, allowing for a patient-specific prescription for each case. The brackets exactly conform to the anatomy of each tooth. This workflow takes advantage of the orthodontist’s familiarity with the aligner workflow. Once the patient is scanned, the orthodontist can work using the company’s browser-based treatment planning software. Then, when the teeth are set in the desired occlusal position and the brackets are positioned, the software compensates to modify the bracket programming to maintain the straight wire principle. Another key component of the LightForce bracket system is the indirect bonding (IDB) tray, which is also 3D printed. The bracket was designed from the ground up to be combined with an indirectly bonded pallet, unlike injection molded brackets. The tray combines with custom stands for excellent stand placement. The patient’s custom 3D printed bracket set (including replacement set) and IDB tray will be delivered within 7 to 10 business days of approval. The increasing adoption of digital tools such as machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the biggest trends emerging in the market. |
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The emergence of emerging markets |
Emerging countries such as China, India and Brazil are expected to provide tremendous growth opportunities for manufacturers in the orthodontic market. China and India are the most populous countries in the world, with more than 1.4 billion people each, accounting for more than one-third of the global population. With the economic development and increasing levels of disposable in China and India, the gradual increase in hospitals and dental clinics in China and India, and the increased acceptance of modern treatment technologies and product offerings are expected to increase the market for fixed orthodontic appliances in the region. In addition, with the improvement of medical infrastructure in countries such as Brazil and Mexico, the increase of medical expenditure, and the reduction of orthodontic treatment costs, established companies are increasingly focusing on strategic development to enhance their geographical foothold in emerging countries, thus attracting a large number of customers, which is expected to promote the growth of the fixed orthodontic appliance market in emerging countries. |
3. Global Fixed Orthodontic Appliances Market Growth Drivers
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Prevalence of malocclusion and jaw disease rising worldwide |
Malocclusion or “bad bite” is one of the most common dental problems. Malocclusion can be caused by a variety of factors, such as genetics and thumb sucking in children, and can have a negative impact on an individual’s oral health. If left untreated, malocclusion can lead to a variety of health problems. In addition to causing dental problems such as cavities, tooth loss, or gum disease, malocclusion can affect the way you chew food or speak, or even damage tooth enamel or cause jaw problems. According to the World Health Organization, malocclusion is the third most common oral health problem worldwide, behind periodontal disease and tooth decay. According to data published in the European Journal of Pediatric Dentistry in February 2020, the global prevalence of malocclusion is 56%. Prevalence is highest in Africa (81%), followed by Europe (72%), the Americas (53%) and Asia (48%). Malocclusion in children and adolescents is a common condition that affects one in two or more people. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the prevalence of malocclusion in children and adolescents is high, reaching 39% and 93%, respectively, globally. Fixed orthodontic appliances are used to straighten and align teeth, correct abnormal bite patterns, and reduce unsightly gaps, and are widely used by patients with malocclusion and jaw disease. Therefore, the high incidence of malocclusion is the major factor driving the growth of the fixed orthodontic appliances market. |
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The improvement of people’s aesthetic consciousness |
The uniformity of teeth has an important impact on the facial curve, the beauty of the smile, and then has a certain impact on the level of people’s appearance and social confidence. In the era of continuous economic development and Internet information, the appearance level economy has gradually risen, and consumers have gradually increased their attention to dental aesthetics. According to China’s 2020 White Paper on Oral Medicine, problems related to appearance level aesthetics such as insufficient white teeth, irregular teeth, and smile-related (gingival smile, uneven cracks in the teeth, and laugh line problems) have replaced dental health problems such as wisdom teeth and tooth decay as the most troubling problems for consumers. According to the American Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry, about 99 percent of Americans consider their smile to be their most important social asset. More and more consumers are gradually aware of the impact of teeth on the level of appearance, and the attention to orthodontics has also increased significantly. Moreover, people today are more willing to invest in themselves than ever before. Baby boomers with high disposable income, a younger generation of workers who want to have the perfect look for a better career, and major advancements in the industry have all contributed to the rise of cosmetic dentistry. The growing demand for cosmetic dentistry is increasing the adoption of fixed orthodontic appliances, driving the growth of the market. |
