A three-pronged approach was followed for deducing the dental 3D printing market estimates and forecasts. The process has three steps: information procurement, analysis, and validation. The whole process is cyclical, and steps repeat until the estimates are validated. The three steps are explained in detail below:
Information procurement: Information procurement is one of the most extensive and important stages in our research process, and quality data is critical for accurate analysis. We followed a multi-channel data collection process for dental 3D printing market to gather the most reliable and current information possible.
Analysis: We mine the data collected to establish baselines for forecasting, identify trends and opportunities, gain insight into consumer demographics and drivers, and so much more. We utilized different methods of dental 3D printing market data depending on the type of information we’re trying to uncover in our research.
Market Research Efforts: Bottom-up Approach for estimating and forecasting demand size and opportunity, top-down Approach for new product forecasting and penetration, and combined approach of both Bottom-up and Top-down for full coverage analysis.
Value-Chain-Based Sizing & Forecasting: Supply-side estimates for understanding potential revenue through competitive benchmarking, forecasting, and penetration modeling.
Demand-side estimates for identifying parent and ancillary markets, segment modeling, and heuristic forecasting.
Qualitative Functional Deployment (QFD) Modelling for market share assessment.
Market formulation and validation: We mine the data collected to establish baselines for forecasting, identify trends and opportunities, gain insight into consumer demographics and drivers, and so much more. We utilize different methods of data analysis depending on the type of information we’re trying to uncover in our research.
Market Formulation: This step involves the finalization of market numbers. This step on an internal level is designed to manage outputs from the Data Analysis step.
Data Normalization: The final market estimates and forecasts are then aligned and sent to industry experts, in-panel quality control managers for validation.
This step also entails the finalization of the report scope and data representation pattern.
Validation: The process entails multiple levels of validation. All these steps run in parallel, and the study is forwarded for publishing only if all three levels render validated results.
The dental 3D printing market was categorized into four segments, namely application (Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, Implantology), technology (Vat Photopolymerization, Polyjet Technology, Fused Deposition Modelling, Selective Laser Sintering), end-use (Dental Clinics, Dental Laboratories, Academic And Research Institutes), and regions (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa).
The dental 3D printing market was segmented into application, technology, end-use, and regions. The demand at a segment level was deduced using a funnel method. Concepts like the TAM, SAM, SOM, etc., were put into practice to understand the demand. We at GVR deploy three methods to deduce market estimates and determine forecasts. These methods are explained below:
Demand estimation of each product across countries/regions summed up to from the total market.
Variable analysis for demand forecast.
Demand estimation via analyzing paid database, and company financials either via annual reports or paid database.
Primary interviews for data revalidation and insight collection.
Used extensively for new product forecasting or analyzing penetration levels.
Tool used invoice product flow and penetration models Use of regression multi-variant analysis for forecasting Involves extensive use of paid and public databases.
Primary interviews and vendor-based primary research for variable impact analysis.
The dental 3D printing market was analyzed at a regional level. The globe was divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa, keeping in focus variables like consumption patterns, export-import regulations, consumer expectations, etc. These regions were further divided into twenty-three countries, namely, the U.S.; Canada; Germany; the UK; France; Italy; Spain; Denmark; Sweden; Norway; Japan; China; India; South Korea; Australia; Thailand; Brazil; Mexico; Argentina; South Africa; Saudi Arabia; UAE; Kuwait
All three above-mentioned market research methodologies were applied to arrive at regional-level conclusions. The regions were then summed up to form the global market.
The dental 3D printing market was analyzed via companies operating in the sector. Analyzing these companies and cross-referencing them to the demand equation helped us validate our assumptions and conclusions. Key market players analyzed include:
Dentsply Sirona - Dentsply Sirona is a manufacturer and marketer of various oral & dental health products along with other consumables for dental procedures. The company specializes in preventive, restorative, orthodontics, prosthetics, endodontics, implants, healthcare, imaging, instruments, and CAD/CAM. The company operates in consumables, technologies, and equipment segments.
Stratasys - Stratasys provides 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions for individuals and small & large business enterprises. Its offerings include 3D printers; plastic & metal parts; software for rapid prototyping; 3D printing consumables; noncolor digital materials; and downloadable & cloud-based 3D printing software systems. SSTL distributes its products and services through a network of 200 resellers and independent sales agents globally, catering to aerospace, automotive, dental, gems & jewelry, and education industries.
exocad GmbH - The company provides CAD/CAM software solutions to dental 3D companies and is currently a subsidiary of Align Technology, Inc. The company has a presence in over 100 countries and provides service & technical support for partners and system integrators globally. The complete software portfolio ranges from esthetics, implant planning, and designing to the production of various esthetic & functional dental restorations.
3D Systems - 3D Systems, Inc., through its subsidiaries, offers a wide range of 3D products and services globally. The company’s 3D printer technology includes selective laser sintering, Direct Metal Printing (DMP), Stereolithography (SLA), multi-jet printing technologies, and color jet printers, which transform data generated through 3D design tools into printed parts. The company offers products and services to small- & midsized companies operating in industries such as automotive, dental, medical, aerospace, defense, jewelry, energy, electronic, and education through a direct sales force, distributors, & local partners located in the Americas (including North & South America), EMEA, and APAC regions.
SprintRay, Inc. - The company manufactures 3D printers that are focused on digital dentistry. The company specializes in 3D printing, 3D modeling, R&D, and technology, manufacturing of 3D printers.
Institut Straumann - Institut Straumann AG offers implant dentistry products. Straumann operates its business through three segments: replacement, digital, and regenerative solutions. Furthermore, the company develops and manufactures prosthetics & dental implants essential for tooth replacement in collaboration with various leading dental clinics, research institutes, and universities.
3Shape A/S - 3Shape develops 3D scanners and CAD/CAM software solutions for dental & audio industries. The company offers management tools, 3D dental scanners, and CAD design software, as well as technologies for supporting digital design and production of customized hearing aid shells, ear molds, noise protection, & soft molds. The company has a presence in more than 100 countries.
FormLabs - FormLabs is a 3D printing technology company that offers PreForm software for the preparation of 3D models for printing on FormLabs printers, dental SG materials, Dental LT clear, and biocompatible resin for orthodontic devices, including finishing trays & other services. The company has offices in Europe, Asia, and North America. It offers products and services to healthcare, dentistry, audiology, engineering, education, entertainment, & manufacturing industries.
Asiga - Asiga designs and manufactures dental 3D printers and materials at its headquarters in Sydney, Australia. The company specializes in 3D printing, digital dentistry, digital audiology, additive manufacturing, CAD/CAM, digital jewelry manufacturing, biocompatible devices, digital manufacturing, rapid prototyping, stereolithography, DLP, hearing aid production, and digital manufacturing.
BEGO GmbH & Co. KG - The company successfully develops and manufactures modern implant systems, accompanying implant prosthetics, and BEGO Biomaterial System. The company specializes in implantology, implant prosthetics, guided surgery, digital workflow, and biomaterials.
Supply Side Estimates
Company revenue estimation via referring to annual reports, investor presentations, and Hoover’s.
Segment revenue determination via variable analysis and penetration modeling.
Competitive benchmarking to identify market leaders and their collective revenue shares.
Forecasting via analyzing commercialization rates, pipelines, market initiatives, distribution networks, etc.
Demand side estimates
Identifying parent markets and ancillary markets
Segment penetration analysis to obtain pertinent
revenue/volume
Heuristic forecasting with the help of subject matter experts
Forecasting via variable analysis
Understanding market dynamics (in terms of drivers, restraints, & opportunities) in the countries.
Understanding trends & variables in the individual countries & their impact on growth and using analytical tools to provide high-level insights into the market dynamics and the associated growth pattern.
Understanding market estimates and forecasts (with the base year as 2023, historic information from 2018 to 2022, and forecast from 2024 to 2030). Regional estimates & forecasts for each category are available and are summed up to form the global market estimates.
The report provides market value for the base year 2023 and a yearly forecast till 2030 in terms of revenue/volume or both. The market for each of the segment outlooks has been provided on region & country basis for the above-mentioned forecast period.
The key industry dynamics, major technological trends, and application markets are evaluated to understand their impact on the demand for the forecast period. The growth rates were estimated using correlation, regression, and time-series analysis.
We have used the bottom-up approach for market sizing, analyzing key regional markets, dynamics, & trends for various products and end-users. The total market has been estimated by integrating the country markets.
All market estimates and forecasts have been validated through primary interviews with the key industry participants.
Inflation has not been accounted for to estimate and forecast the market.
Numbers may not add up due to rounding off.
Europe consists of EU-8, Central & Eastern Europe, along with the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).
Asia Pacific includes South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, and Oceania (Australia & New Zealand).
Latin America includes Central American countries and the South American continent
Middle East includes Western Asia (as assigned by the UN Statistics Division) and the African continent.
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