The bench-top dental autoclaves are advanced sterilization devices used for the dental supplies and instrument. These autoclaves offer high temperature and steam disinfectant which is the safe and efficient sterilization method. The bench-top autoclaves are compact, technologically advanced and are designed to meet UNI EN 285 standard. Thus, the adoption of these autoclaves in the hospitals, dental clinics and dental laboratories is higher compared to the conventional instrument sterilizers.

The bench-top autoclaves have witness tremendous technological advancement over the last few years. Considering the advantages offered by automated autoclaves, namely speed, size and minimal human intervention, it is preferred over manual or semi-automated devices. Currently, the manufacturers in the dental health industry are focusing on rigorous research and development activities in order to minimize the time and speed of the process coupled with the cost-effectiveness.

Market Dynamics

Increasing dental disorders and growing demand for dental prosthetics generates the huge demand for bench-top dental autoclaves in the dental health industry. Considering the advantage offered by the bench-top autoclave devices, such as speed, quality and user-friendly the adoption of these among dental health practitioners has increased tremendously over the past few years. Other factors such as increasing dental cosmetic surgeries under medical tourism is further driving the growth of bench-top dental autoclaves market during the forecast period.  

On the other hand, the low replacement rates of semi-automated and manual autoclaves and lower adoption of new devices in developing and under develop economies is likely to hinder the growth of the market to some extent. Also, growing trend of refurbished devices will restrict the adoption of new devices owing to is low cost, which would have a negative impact on the market during the forecast period. 

By product type, the automated devices segment dominated the bench-top dental autoclaves market

In 2018, the automated bench-top dental autoclaves dominated the global bench-top dental autoclaves market holding approximately 40% of the market share. The growth of this segment is attributed to higher demand of automated devices in the dental care industry, which lowers humanoid interference and eliminates human errors. Also, the automated devices offer user friendly experience and is more efficient compared to the conventional devices.

By Technology, pre & post vacuum devices dominated the bench-top dental autoclaves market

In 2018, pre & post vacuum autoclaves segment held the highest market share and the segment. The segment contributed more than 60% in the global bench-top dental autoclaves market and is also projected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period. The growth of this segment is attributed to the higher adoption of these devices due the cost-effectiveness, and increasing preference towards pre & post vacuum devise than the conventional devices. The pre and post sterilization technique allows to remove cold air removal and speedy draying process for the dentistry tools, due to which the adoption of these devices is higher compared the other dental autoclaves.

By class, Class B sterilizers dominated the bench-top dental autoclaves market

B class sterilizers are most widely adopted autoclaves in the dental health industry as its user-friendly, and it consume low power and offers effortless handling. The B class autoclaves can effectively sterilize porous materials, wands, turbines and tips.

By end use, Hospitals/dental clinics end use segment dominated the bench-top dental autoclaves market

Hospitals/dental clinics accounted for the largest share in the global bench-top dental autoclaves market in 2018. The growth of this segment is attributed to the wide use of autoclaves in hospitals and dental clinics in order to reduce hospital acquired infection by using efficient equipment sterilization techniques. Also, the increasing demand for the dental cosmetic surgeries under medical tourism programs is likely to further boost the growth of this segment during the forecast period.

The market research study on “Bench-top Dental Autoclaves Market– Global Industry Analysis, Market Size, Opportunities and Forecast, 2019 – 2026”, offers a detailed insight into the global bench-top dental autoclaves market entailing insights on its different market segments. Market dynamics with drivers, restraints, and opportunities with their impact are provided in the report. The report provides insights into the global bench-top dental autoclaves market, its product type, technology, class, end Use and major geographic regions. The report covers basic development policies and layouts of technology development processes. Secondly, the report covers global bench-top dental autoclaves market size and volume, and segment markets by product type, technology, class, end use and geography along with the information on companies operating in the market. The bench-top dental autoclaves market analysis is provided for major regional markets including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa. For each region, the market size and volume for different segments have been covered under the scope of the report.

In 2018, North America dominated the regional market with a maximum market share

North America accounted for the high market share of the bench-top dental autoclaves market and the region is also expected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period. The growth of this region is attributed to the increasing dental disease, improved reimbursement policies for dental services under Comprehensive Dental Reform Act of 2012, and higher disposable income. 

Also, increasing population with opting for dental cosmetic surgeries is also contributing to the growth of bench-top dental autoclaves market in North America. Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the global bench-top dental autoclaves market owing to the last patients base having dental issues, improving healthcare practices and adoption of advance technique for the sterilization and surgical procedures. Also, increasing number dental laboratories and increasing awareness regarding dental health is contributing towards the growth of this region.

The players profiled in the report include Tuttnauer, Straumann, Cook Medical, Dentsply International Inc., W&H Dentelwerk International, Antonio Matachana, 3M ESPE, Sirona Dental Systems Inc., ThermoFisher Scientifics and W&H Dentalwerk Bürmoos GmbH. The companies are involved in mergers and acquisitions and new product development for expanding their market share and also for gaining competitive advantages over its competitors.

Market Segmentation

Market By Product

• Automatic
• Semi-automatic
• Manual

Market By Technology

• Pre & post vacuum
• Gravity

Market By Class

• Class B
• Class N
• Class S

Market By End Use

• Hospitals/Dental clinics
• Dental laboratories
• Academic/Research institutes

Market By Geography

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa