Clear Aligners Market is expected to reach US$ 21,755.94 Million by 2031

Polyurethane Plastics Segment to Bolster Clear Aligners Market Growth During 2024–2031

According to our new research study on "Clear Aligners Market Forecast to 2031 – Global Analysis – by Type, Age Group, and End User," the market was valued at US$ 6,600.00 million in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 21,755.94 million by 2031; it is anticipated to record a CAGR 18.8% from 2025 to 2031.

The report emphasizes the clear aligners market trends, along with drivers and deterrents affecting the market growth. The rising aesthetic preferences, advances in technology, growing awareness of oral health, increasing disposable income, and integration of teleorthodontics and remote monitoring contribute to the growing clear aligners market size. However, the high cost of procedures hampers the market growth. Further, the development of customized clear aligners is expected to emerge as a new market trend in the coming years.

Clear Aligners Market Share, by Region, 2024 (%)

Source: The Insight Partners Analysis

Rising Dental Tourism In the Emerging Nations Bolsters Clear Aligners Market Growth

In recent years, dental treatment has emerged as a popular type of medical tourism. It involves travel outside of the local healthcare system to receive services at a substantially lower price. The bulk of dental tourism commercials target Americans for treatment in Mexico or Costa Rica and Australians for treatment in Thailand, South Korea, and India. The dental tourism sector in Mexico has flourished in recent years as the country offers high-quality work at a lower price than other countries. Government and infrastructure developments in the dental industry favor the growth of dental tourism in Mexico. The opportunities in Mexico, such as less cost with standard treatments and accessibility, help to make further progress in dental tourism. In the US and Canada, citizens do not have dental insurance, and the low-cost treatment is an attractive factor for most Americans. The vast difference in the cost of treatment may save up to 60% off the US prices.

Dental tourism is increasing in Asian countries such as India, South Korea, and Thailand. As per an article published by Synchrony Bank 2024, in the US, a comprehensive smile makeover typically costs nearly US$ 23,000, with prices ranging up to US$ 59,999. Individual treatments, such as veneers, can cost between US$ 800 to US$ 2,000 per tooth. As per Lybrate, Inc., 2024, in India, Smile designing procedures generally range from INR 50,000 to INR 70,000 (US$ 573.8 to US$ 803.3). Basic procedures start at INR 3,500 (US$ 40.16) per tooth, while advanced treatments can go up to INR 27,500 per tooth (US$ 315.5). Singapore is promoting medical and dental services at affordable prices. Patients come from nearby countries such as Malaysia and Indonesia, and patients from established countries such as the US and UK are opting for Singapore. The increasing penetration of patients to emerging markets for a dental procedure is likely to offer future growth opportunities for the clear aligners market.

Clear Aligners Market Report Scope:

The clear aligners market analysis has been carried out by considering the following segments: type, age group, end user, and geography. Based on type, the market is segmented into polyurethane plastic, polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and others. The polyurethane plastics segment held the largest share of the clear aligners market in 2024. Clear aligners are transparent orthodontic devices that are made from plastic and used to adjust teeth. They are designed especially for alignment of teeth in adults, without screws, clasps, or brackets. These devices are made up of biocompatible resin splint, and it seem to be transparent. Polyurethane is a versatile elastomer plastic used in various proportions for manufacturing clear aligners. This type of plastic possesses properties such as hardness, flexibility, resistance to water & oil, strong bonding properties with compounding materials, and tear resistance.    

In terms of age group, the clear aligner market is bifurcated into adults and pediatrics. The adults segment held the largest share in the clear aligners market in 2024. Clear aligners are the right solution for crowded or improperly spaced teeth. If the back teeth are already-fit together correctly, they are most active. They are usually effective in the correction of two-dimensional simple or tipping of teeth. These problems are found in adults, and clear aligners are a better option than metal cups. The young population looking to enhance their appearance highly prefers clear aligners. They are easy to use and light in weight, causing minimal friction with the teeth than traditional teeth alignment procedures. The adoption of advanced orthodontic treatments among adults seeking discreet and effective solutions for dental misalignments is increasing. As per the BMC Oral Health 2021, the prevalence of malocclusion in adults contributes to this demand, indicating that 15% of the US adult population have orthodontic problems severe enough to affect function.

By end user, the clear aligner market is segmented into hospitals & retail pharmacies, online channels, and others. The hospitals and retail pharmacies segment held the largest share of the clear aligners market in 2024. Hospital and retail pharmacies are gradually becoming a convenient way for people to access clear aligners alongside traditional dental clinics and online platforms. While not as widespread yet, there are signs that this channel is gaining traction. For example, in 2019, CVS Pharmacy partnered with SmileDirectClub to set up SmileShops in select locations, offering customers a chance to begin their clear aligner journey right from a pharmacy.

Clear Aligners Market Analysis: Based on Geography

The geographic scope of the Clear Aligners Market includes the assessment of the market performance in North America (US, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Spain, UK, Germany, France, Italy, and the Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (South Korea, China, India, Japan, Australia, and Rest of Asia Pacific), South & Central America (Brazil, Argentina, and Rest of South & Central America), and the Middle East & Africa (South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Rest of Middle East & Africa).    

Association Dentaire Française, Canadian Dental Association, World Health Organization, US Department of Health and Human Services, Community Dental Health Services, and Child Dental Benefits Schedule are among the secondary sources referred to while preparing the Clear Aligners Market report.    

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