CBCT Scanners Market Overview and Introduction

Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT)systems are anadvancement over the traditional Computed Tomography (CT) systems. They consist ofa special type of x-ray machine that can be used in situations where regular x-rays are not sufficient.CBCT systems used by dental professionals rotate around the patient, capturing detailsusing a cone-shaped X-ray beam. Detailed images of the area of interestareobtained byutilizing CBCT scanners to diagnose deformities with lower radiation exposure as compared to conventional CT.

The global CBCT scanners marketis majorly driven by the growing prevalence of dental disorders globally. According to the WHO, oral diseases affected nearly 3.5 billion people in 2017.Also, severe periodontal (gum) disease, which may result in theloss of teeth, is found in 15–20% of middle-aged (35–44 years) adults. Moreover, an increase in the aging population globally, is impacting market growth as the elderly are more prone to dental diseases. According to the FDI World Dental Federation, globally, about 30% of people aged 65–74 years have no natural teeth. Furthermore, the changing lifestyle of people across the globe is also impacting oral health. As mentioned by the WHO, factors contributing to oral diseases include unhealthy dietscontaining excessive amounts of sugar, alongwithincreased consumption of alcohol among people, which is leading to increased cases of dental diseases. Also, the use oftobacco use isan important risk factor for gum diseases. As per the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, nearly 40 million adults in the U.S. smoke cigarettes.These factorsare anticipated to propel market growth during the forecast period. However,the high price of CBCT systems mayhinder market growth to a certain extent.

The global CBCT scanners market has been segmented into the following categories -application, patient position, and end user.

CBCT Scanners Market By Application

Based onapplication, themarket can besegmented into dental application and other applications. Dental application is further segmented into dental implants, orthodontics, endodontics, general dentistry, oral surgery, and others.Dental application willdominate the market during the forecast period owing to the increased adoption of CBCT scanners in oral surgery, increase prevalence of dental diseases and increase in demand for technologically advanced treatment.

CBCT Scanners Market By Patient Position

Based onpatient position, themarket can be segmented into seated position and supine position. The seated position segmentaccounted for the largest market share owing to the convenience ofscanning.

CBCT Scanners Market By End User

Based onend user, the market can be segmented into hospitals and private practices. The hospitalssegmentdominated the marketowing to the high adoption of the latest technology in hospitals and the presence of skilled healthcare professionals in hospitals.

CBCT Scanners Market By Region

Based on region, the global CBCT scanners marketcan be segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World (ROW).North America dominated the marketowing to the high technological adoption, growing incidents of dental &orthopedic ailments and increasing healthcare expenditure. Moreover, the growing demand for digital dental imaging and advanced healthcare solutions are positively impactingmarket growth in the region. Furthermore, developments in the field of medical science, rising government funding to boost healthcare facilities and the presence of major players are fueling market growth in the region.

CBCT Scanners Market Prominent Players

Some of the key players operating in theglobal CBCT scanners market includeCarestream Health., Danaher., PLANMECA OY,  Dentsply Sirona.,  VATECH,  Cefla s.c.,  ASAHIROENTGEN IND.CO.,LTD.,  J. MORITA CORP,  CURVEBEAM.COM, PreXion, and others.