Tooth Filling Materials Market Size, Share, and Trends 2024 to 2033

Tooth Filling Materials Market Size and Growth 2024 to 2033

The global tooth filling materials market size was valued at USD 2.17 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to reach around USD 3.72 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 5.53% from 2024 to 2033.

Key Takeaways

• North America dominated the market with the biggest market share of 36% in 2023.
• Asia Pacific is expected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.
• By product, the composite resin segment has recorded over 36% of market share in 2023.
• By end-use, the dental clinics segment has generated more than 58% of market share in 2023.
• By end-use, the hospitals segment is expected to hold a significant share throughout the forecast period.

Tooth Filling Materials Market Size in U.S. 2024 to 2033

The U.S. tooth filling materials market size was estimated at USD 590 million in 2023 and is projected to surpass around USD 1,000 million by 2033 at a CAGR of 5.60% from 2024 to 2033.

North America dominated the global tooth filling materials market in 2023. The growth of the region’s market is attributed to the sophisticated dental healthcare infrastructure, robust growth in medical tourism and cosmetic dentistry, geriatric population, favorable government reimbursement policies, rising healthcare infrastructure, increasing public awareness trends regarding oral hygiene, and increasing prevalence of dental disorders. Therefore, these factors have increased the number of dental procedures, propelling the tooth filling materials market revenue. Furthermore, Companies are engaged in strategic approaches such as partnership or collaboration, acquisitions, mergers, and product launches.

• According to the CDC report 2023, More than 40 percent of adults report having felt pain in their mouth in 2022, and more than 80 percent of people will have had at least one cavity by age 34. The United States spends more than USD 124 billion on costs related to dental care each year.
• According to the ADAH (American Dental Hygienists' Association), nearly 80% of Americans will have at least one cavity before they reach age 17, and almost 80% of Americans have some level of gum disease.

Asia Pacific is expected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period. The region's growth is attributed to the increasing number of dental clinics, investment in healthcare infrastructure, increasing burden of oral diseases, increasing aging population, and growing awareness for better dental care to avoid dental complications. In addition, the expansion of new products in the region and the increasing preference for aesthetic dentistry are likely to support the growth of the tooth filling material market.

• In March 2024, Sensodyne, a leading oral care company, is marking World Oral Health Day by partnering with 136 dental colleges across India. The initiative, part of the brand's “BeSensitiveToOralHealth” initiative, aims to highlight the importance of proactive oral care to dental students via educational sessions with celebrated Deans of leading dental colleges and dentists.

Tooth Filling Materials Market Overview

A tooth filling is defined as a procedure to remove the decayed areas of the tooth and restore them with a filling material. Factors such as highly sugary diets, poor oral hygiene, and improper dental care can lead to the development of cavities. After the affected tooth is cleaned, a tooth-filling material is used to fill in the cavity. Tooth fillings assist in saving the teeth that might be lost due to deep cavities or any other reason.

Tooth filling includes various filling materials to fix the tooth to work at its best. Tooth fillings are single or combinations of plastics, metals, glass, or other materials used to repair or restore teeth. Dentists perform tooth filling procedures for patients to restore the shape and stability of the tooth for ease of chewing and prevent any further damage, decay, or loss of the tooth.

Growth Factors

• With the increasing demand for tooth filling materials to treat oral diseases, key market players have adopted various marketing strategies such as collaboration & partnership, acquisition, and new product launches to expand their foothold in the tooth filling materials market.
• The increasing prevalence of dental issues such as tooth decay and cavities due to unhealthy eating habits has increased significantly and is estimated to accelerate the market’s revenue during the forecast period.
• The supportive government initiatives to promote oral & dental health are projected to boost the market growth.
• The increasing demand for cosmetic dentistry among people due to their aesthetic benefits and new product advancements in tooth filling products is estimated to boost the global dental filling material market during the forecast period.
• The robust growth of rising dental tourism increases demand for tooth filling materials market during the forecast period.
• The rising incidence of patients suffering from oral diseases, along with increasing awareness regarding oral hygiene, is anticipated to spur the demand for tooth filling materials in the coming years.
• The rapid rise in the growing geriatric population is projected to offer significant opportunities for the market’s expansion.

Tooth Filling Materials Market Scope

Tooth Filling Materials Market Dynamics

Driver: Increasing prevalence of dental diseases

The rising prevalence of dental diseases is expected to fuel the growth of the tooth filling materials market during the forecast period. In recent years, the prevalence and severity of dental diseases have increased among children and adults. Oral diseases have become a major public health concern that has a considerable impact on the quality of life. The market also witnessed huge differences in infrastructure development of the healthcare sector in the underdeveloped nations as compared to the other developed nations.

• According to the World Health Organization (WHO), worldwide, nearly 60% to 90% of children and 100% of adults are suffering from dental cavities, and this number is projected to increase in the coming years. According to the March 2023 estimates, oral diseases affect close to 3.5 billion people worldwide, with 3 out of 4 people affected living in middle-income countries. Globally, about 2 billion people suffer from caries of permanent teeth, and 514 million children suffer from caries of primary teeth.

Tooth fillings are used to restore teeth affected by cavities and prevent tooth decay. Increasing awareness about the significance of maintaining good oral health and the early detection as well as treatment of dental issues has resulted in spurring demand for tooth filling materials as part of effective dental restorative procedures. Moreover, the rapid advancements in dental materials technology have improved dental filling materials.

Tooth filling materials have also gained popularity due to their excellent properties, such as aesthetics, durability, and ease of use, which are driving the demand for dental filling materials. Therefore, extensive research and the increasing prevalence of dental caries are driving the growth of the tooth filling materials market.

Restraint: Post-procedure complications

The post-procedure complications associated with tooth filling surgeries are anticipated to restrain the tooth filling materials market's expansion during the forecast period. In addition, less awareness of oral hygiene among people and concerns regarding the benefits of tooth filling materials, particularly in underdeveloped countries, are restricting the expansion of the market.

Opportunity: Rising government investment in the dentistry department

The rapid rise in the geriatric population coupled with the rising government investment in the dentistry department is projected to offer a lucrative opportunity for the growth of the global tooth filling materials market during the forecast period. The growing geriatric population is highly susceptible to oral disorders, which leads to an increasing demand for the tooth filling materials market. 

• Additionally, the rising government investment and favorable reimbursement scenarios for oral care are expected to boost the expansion of the tooth filling materials market in the coming years.
• The government of India introduced the National Oral Health Programme (NOHP) to provide integrated, comprehensive oral health care in the existing healthcare facilities and to spread awareness regarding oral health.
• In September 2023, The University of Birmingham Enterprise launched the Birmingham Dental and Biomaterials Testing Service (BiMaTs). BiMaTs will offer a range of services, including developing protocols specific to the needs of individual clients.

Type Insights

The composite resin segment dominated the tooth filling materials market in 2023 and is projected to grow at a significant rate over the forecast period. Composite fillings are made from a tooth-colored mixture of plastic and glass, are customizable in color, and can be easily blended with natural teeth. Composite fillings are used due to their aesthetic appeal. Thereby boosting the growth of the market.

• In October 2023, Kerr Dental announced the launch of SimpliShade Bulk Fill and SimpliShade Bulk Fill Flow, two new composites designed to provide dental practitioners with enhanced flexibility and simplicity in their restorative procedures, according to a press release from the company.

In the tooth filling materials market, the glass ionomers segment is expected to hold a significant market share over the forecast period. Glass ionomer has gained significant popularity due to its ability to chemically bond to the tooth structure. Glass ionomers used as a filling material for small to moderate-sized cavities. This material offers superior biocompatibility and reduces the risk of allergic reactions or adverse tissue responses. In dentistry, glass ionomer is a dental restorative material used as a filling material. Glass ionomer cement is made up of silicate glass powder. Glass ionomer and composite resin are commonly used tooth-colored fillings.

End-use Insights

The dental clinics segment dominated the market in 2023. This can be attributed to the increasing number of dental clinics globally. The rising acceptance of sophisticated dental healthcare solutions offerings for dental aesthetics and cosmetic dentistry is projected to accelerate the segment’s growth.

In the tooth filling materials market, the hospitals segment is expected to hold a significant share throughout the forecast period. Hospitals are offering dental facilities to patients and have various levels of anesthesia and sedation services, serving patients with special needs or those requiring extensive dental procedures. In addition, the high availability of specialized oral and maxillofacial surgery departments or units in hospitals is supporting the segment’s growth.

Recent Developments

• In 2022, Nobio Ltd launched its latest product line, Infinix, a new line of advanced antimicrobial resin composites designed to fight repeating dental decay. This product line includes a U.S. FDA-approved antimicrobial bonding agent, which can be used in dental composites. Such innovations in dental materials further contribute to the growth and advancement of the tooth filling materials market.
• In December 2020, RelyX Universal Resin Cement and Scotchbond Universal Plus Adhesive were introduced by 3M. These dental filling materials are made to boost physician productivity by streamlining indirect and direct restorative workflows. This launch expanded the company's selection of tooth-filling materials and assisted in capturing market share.
• In February 2022, Shofu Dental Corporation unveiled Beautifil Kids SA. Beautifil Kids SA has eliminated the need for technique-sensitive bonding procedures for pediatric patients. This composite resin is available in an easy-to-use, esthetic, flowable composite resin that is a bioactive Giomer material.

Tooth Filling Materials Market Companies

• 3M
• SDI Limited
• Coltene Whaledent
• GC America
• DenMat Holdings
• Kerr Corporation
• VOCO GmbH
• SDI Limited
• Coltene Whaledent
• DMG Chemisch-Pharmazeutische Fabrik
• Kettenbach
• Kuraray Noritake Dental
• Pentron Clinical Technologies
• Shofu dental
• Ivoclar Vivadent
• Bisco, Inc
• DETAX Ettlingen
• Dentsply Sirona

Segments Covered in the Report

By Type

• Silver Amalgam
• Composite Fillings
• Glass Ionomers
• Gold Fillings
• Temporary Cement
• Others

By End-use

• Hospitals
• Dental Clinics
• Others

By Geography

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa