Dental Cement Market By Product Type (Permanent Cement {Glass Ionomer Cements, Zinc Phosphate Cements, Zinc Polycarboxylate Cements}, Temporary Cement { Eugenol-based Cement, Non-eugenol Cements}), By Material Type ( Resin-based, Glass Ionomer, Zinc Oxide Eugenol, Zinc Phosphate, Polycarboxylate, Others), By Application (Restorative {Crowns and Bridges, Veneers, Inlays and Onlays}, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics}), By End-User (Dental Clinics, Hospitals, Academic & Research Institutes), Global Market Size, Segmental analysis, Regional Overview, Company share analysis, Leading Company Profiles And Market Forecast, 2025 – 2035

Industry Outlook

The Dental Cement Market accounted for USD 2.26 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 4.61 Billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of around 6.7% between 2025 and 2035. The dental cement market was defined as the industry related to manufacturing dental cement for bonding, restoration, and fillings used in dental procedures.

Dental cements play vital roles, including bonding retainers, crowns, bridges, fillings, and appliances, and sealing root canals. They primarily use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to provide properties including adhesion, long life, and biocompatibility. Resin-modified glass ionomer cement is an example of advancement in terms of strength and ease of application and the bioceramic cement. Other factors that contribute to the market's growth are increasing healthcare awareness, improved dental care, dental tourism, and so on. Decision-makers in the industry always develop products that fit the emerging needs of dentists and users through research and development.

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Market Dynamics

Advancement and Innovation in Dental Cement Material and Formulation with practitioners

The development and innovation in dental cement materials and formulations have been critical factors in the growth of the dental cement market. The research and development efforts are focused on improving the strength, durability, and biocompatibility of dental cement to make it suitable for a variety of dental procedures, such as fillings, crowns, and bridges. The aesthetic demand for tooth-colored cement also drives the growth of the market.

Ease of use is being enhanced by self-adhesive and dual-cured formulations, allowing procedures to be faster and more efficient for the dentist. These technologies, developed to offer more satisfactory results regarding the patients and effective resulting treatments, are accelerating adoption in both clinical and cosmetic dentistry. A report from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research indicates that cement, as one of the dental materials, is constantly innovative to serve the growing demands for safer and more effective solutions in dentistry.

Increasing demand for aesthetic dental solutions and procedures.

Demand for aesthetic dentistry solutions and treatments has surged highly across the dental cement market. Nowadays, people look for dental restorations that almost imitate their natural color, such as tooth-colored and translucent cement, thereby enhancing the popularity of these materials. Cosmetic dentistry exemplifies this trend toward aesthetics, as patients now demand both practicality and visual attractiveness. Advanced materials like resin-based cement result in some better bonding strength coupled with long-lasting results as more and more patients require cosmetic and durable dental restorations.

The trend of preventive and restorative care in dental fields will also have an upsurge in these aesthetic solutions. According to a report by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the U.S. cosmetic dental procedures, the inclusion of new advanced cements in crowns and bridges procedures, have shown upward growth, with a statistical 10% rise in the past three years for such cosmetic dental treatment for the patients.

Inadequate dental insurance coverage in some regions restricts consumer spending on dental cement.

 The inadequate dental insurance coverage in a few regions limits the dental cement market. Due to the limitation in dental care insurance coverage or the absence of it, most patients will not be in a position or will not even consider affording advanced cement-based dental procedures like crowns, bridges, and fillings.

This limits consumer spending on high-quality dental cement, which most view as being expensive in comparison with their traditional counterparts. In areas without proper reimbursement policies, oral care providers will avoid the premium options to offer the patients, thus restricting the potential growth of the market.

Rising awareness about oral hygiene and increased demand for dental products, and cements

Rising awareness about oral health and the rise in demand for dental products remains a great potential for the growth of the market for dental cement. Given the rising self-awareness about oral care, more emphasis is placed on professional dental services, which primarily include restorative procedures requiring effective cement for the restoration processes.

As more people are now aware of this, there has been a big increase in preventive dental care, such as check-ups and treatments that include dental cements, in the form of fillings, crowns, and bridges. The demand for more advanced types of dental cement, which may be colored to match the natural color of teeth and can also be made for durability, has been rising. Dental professionals are capitalizing on this opportunity by offering innovative and effective cement materials that meet both functional and cosmetic needs.

Enhances the use of specialized dental cement for precise restorations

Growing demands for precise restorations in dentistry are an excellent opportunity for the dental cement market. Improvements in dental technology and techniques require higher precision cement to ensure that the bonding done on the more complex restorations like crowns, inlays, and bridges will not go wrong.

 It is more well-known for its adherence and compatibility with a broad range of materials, which enable dentists to achieve accurate, durable, and aesthetically beautiful outcomes. Dental professionals can now create great restorations with less effort thanks to advancements in self-adhesive and resin-based cements that make application easier. Because of accuracy, long-lasting results, and patient satisfaction, the market for specialty dental cement is expanding.

Industry Experts Opinion

"Dental cement play a crucial role in restorative dentistry, providing strong adhesion for crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics. With advancements in material science, we’re seeing the evolution of cements that offer improved longevity, enhanced biocompatibility, and superior bond strength. “

• Dr. Emily Johnson, DMD, Clinical Expert and Professor at the University of Dentistry

Segment Analysis

Based on the product type, the Dental Cement Market is classified into Permanent Cement and temporary Cement. Permanent cement constitutes the most relevant and dominant in the dental cement market. They comprise glass ionomer cement, zinc phosphate cement, and zinc polycarboxylate cement with broad applications attributed to their robust adhesion strengths, durability, and longer-lasting application results in terms of crowns, bridges, and filling applications. Due to its major impacts, including the release of fluoride ions and the provision of both therapeutic and preventive services, the market share appears to have increased, especially for glass ionomer cement. Since cement with exceptional adhesive bonding properties can support nearly any circumstance, they have so far exceeded the demand for reliable goods for in-demand dental materials.

Based on application, the Dental Cement Market is classified into restorative dentistry, orthodontics, and prosthodontics. The most important and dominant segment in the dental cement market is restorative dentistry. This includes crowns and bridges, veneers, and inlays and onlays. It needs dental cement, primarily because crowns, bridges, veneers, and inlays and onlays demand strong, durable, and long-lasting bonding. Restorative treatments are needed for the restoration of damaged or decayed teeth, and high-quality cements ensure that restorations remain secure and functional over time. The emerging demand for aesthetic solutions, such as tooth-colored crowns and veneers, further raises the demand for specialized dental cement in this segment. As restorative dentistry continues to expand, so does the use of dental cement, making this market mainly prominent in this field.

Regional Analysis

North America is the largest dental cement market due to its well-developed healthcare sector, greater risk of dental diseases, and high awareness about the latest dental materials. The region has many clinics and professionals, as well as boasts of healthy investment in research and development for improved dental products. The population has become conscious of oral health and aesthetics, therefore increasing the percentage that seeks restorative and aesthetic dental treatments, of which dental cement is fundamental. In addition to that, the region is also home to many significant dental product manufacturers, and the generally preferential reimbursement policies for dental treatments strengthen the region’s market status. The United States and Canada's aging populations, which lead to prevalent dental issues including tooth loss and decay, are factors that support the market's consistent expansion.

Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing dental cement market due to the relatively large population growth, increasing disposable income per capita, and improving standards of living and accessibility to dental care facilities. Because consumers nowadays are more conscious of their appearance, there has been an increase in demand for dental procedures in emerging economies such as China, India, and Indonesia. It has implemented itself as a dental tourism center, where affordable, yet quality, dental care is available following an increased need for dental cement to be used in restoration and prosthetics.

Symbolic encouragement and support by various governments for developing better health facilities and improving the general knowledge of people about oral cleanliness also drive the growth of the market at a very fast pace. Increasing export and import of dental products has also led to innovation and availability that in turn leads to market growth and development, more so with increasing dental product manufacturers globally.

Competitive Landscape

The Dental Cement Market industry is highly fragmented and consists of both international and domestic players introducing novel products, maintaining product quality, and partnering with each other. Market incumbents like 3M, Dentsply Sirona, Ivoclar Vivadent, GC Corporation, and Kerr Corporation, among others, hold a broad range of innovative dental cement with applications in restorative, orthodontic, and prosthetic dentistry. These players emphasize the advancement of new products, such as bioceramic and resin-modified glass ionomer cement, to be in tandem with the current client needs of dentists and clients.

The small and medium-sized enterprises and producers from the regions are stepping up competition through affordable products in expanding areas such as the Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Common success strategies include cooperation with dental clinics and distributors and collaboration with research institutions.

Dental Cement Market, Company Shares Analysis, 2024

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Recent Developments:

• In November 2023, 3M Company announced that an upcoming independent healthcare company will be named Solventum, which will take effect upon the completion of the spin-off in early 2024.
• In April 2023, Henry Schein, Inc., a US-based distributor of medical and dental supplies, collaborated with Biotech Dental S.A.S. for an undisclosed amount. With this partnership, Henry Schein Inc. aims to expand its strategy and global footprint in the dental industry and bring a full line of high-quality software, products, and services to its customers. Biotech Dental S.A.S. is a France-based manufacturer of dental materials, including dental cement.

Report Coverage:

By Product Type

• Permanent Cements
  • Glass Ionomer Cement
  • Zinc Phosphate Cements
  • Zinc Polycarboxylate Cements
• Temporary Cements
  • Eugenol-based Cements
  • Non-eugenol Cements

By Material Type

• Resin-based
• Glass Ionomer
• Zinc Oxide Eugenol
• Zinc Phosphate
• Polycarboxylate
• Others

By Application

• Restorative
  • Crowns and Bridges
  • Veneers
  • Inlays and Onlays
• Orthodontics
  • Brackets and Bands
• Prosthodontics

By End-User

• Dental Clinics
• Hospitals
• Academic & Research Institutes

By Region

North America

• U.S.
• Canada

Europe

• U.K.
• France
• Germany
• Italy
• Spain
• Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

• China
• Japan
• India
• Australia
• South Korea
• Singapore
• Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America

• Brazil
• Argentina
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America

Middle East & Africa

• GCC Countries
• South Africa
• Rest of the Middle East & Africa

List of Companies:

• 3M Company
• Dentsply Sirona Inc.
• Ivoclar Vivadent AG
• SHOFU Dental GmbH
• BISCO, Inc.
• SDI Limited
• DMG Chemisch-Pharmazeutische Fabrik GmbH
• FGM Dental Group
• Kerr Corporation
• GC Corporation
• Envista Holdings Corporation
• Medental International, Inc.
• Prime Dental Products Pvt. Ltd.
• DETAX GmbH
• Hoffmann Dental Manufaktur GmbH

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