Clear Aligners Market Share

North America Market Statistics

The clear aligners market by region is dominated by North America with a notable share of 56.7% owing to increased investment in research and development in the field. This domination is spurred by the range of factors such as specifically conducive to the adoption of the clear aligner, dental disorders that necessitate orthodontic treatment is malocclusion, and the specialist concentration in aesthetic dentistry in North America has led to patient needs being more towards the invisible and time-friendly orthodontic technique, which makes clear aligners a very appealing proposal to customers willing to line up their smiles.

The U.S. acts as a prominent player in the clear aligners market driven by the rising cases of malocclusion and a strong demand for aesthetic orthodontic solutions. In January 2024, Align Technology completed its acquisition of Cubicure, a polymer specialist and pioneer of direct 3D-printing technology based in Austria. Align uses 3D printing to create the molds for bespoke Invisalign trays, with the intention that the addition of Cubicure’s cutting-edge technology will allow it to print clear aligners directly, improving the efficiency and sustainability of the therapy.

Asia Pacific Market Analysis

Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing region in the clear aligners market attributable to the rising incidence of aesthetic dentistry treatments, higher disposable income of people, and availability of a larger base of orthodontic patients. Asia Pacific is progressive in the curve due to growing demand for non-visible, comfortable orthodontic solutions. Dental healthcare infrastructure is also evolving within the region and more dental clinics and orthodontic practices are moving towards digital dentistry and CAD/CAM technology.

Furthermore, local players collaborate with global corporations to provide an even broader range of clear aligners for dentists and clients. Measures and funds made by the government towards the healthcare sector also contribute to the growth of the dental industry and are therefore favorable for the use of clear aligners. Therefore, rising demand, availability, and awareness levels regarding oral health, and mindful development in the Asia Pacific clear aligners market shall be witnessed in the upcoming years.

In India, the rapid growth in clear aligners can be witnessed due to the large pool of orthodontic patients. The country provides state-of-the-art infrastructure with high-tech solutions to render improved dental solutions and increased efficiency.  Moreover, local government is promoting initiatives to assist the growth of industry and create a stable environment to compete with higher efficacy and provide maximum customer satisfaction.