Endodontics in the General Practice
In 2024, 70% of general practitioners (GPs) reported that they were performing standard root canal treatments in their practices. But these days, many also are taking on more complex endodontic procedures. A survey published by Inside Dentistry earlier this year revealed the following:
A few factors are driving the expansion of endodontic services in the general practice, include increasing availability and quality of the following:
Dental Implants: A Growing Industry
More than 150 million people in the United States are missing at least one tooth, but according to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), only 3 million have dental implants. This indicates a significant opportunity for dentists to serve their patients and grow their businesses. For more evidence, consider the following:
- The global dental implant market is steadily growing – it was valued at $4.9 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $9.6 billion by 2030.
- At 35%, the United States comprises the largest share of the global implant market.
- Nearly 5 million dental implants are placed int eh United States each year.
- The AAID estimates that the number of Americans with implants grows by 500,000 annually.
- Edentulism is more common with age, and by 2030, people 65 years or older will outnumber those 18 and under.
- Currently, 95% of implants are successful at the 10-year mark, but advances in implant materials, imaging technologies, and surgical techniques are continually improving outcomes, making treatment easier, and increasing accessibility.
4 Benefits of Chairside 3D Printing
If you’ve been paying attention to industry trends in recent years, you are likely hearing more and more about 3D printing. Here are a few key reasons why dentists are investing in this game-changing technology:
- Same-Day Convenience: While laboratory turnaround historically meant days if not weeks of waiting, chairside 3D printers allow offices to fabricate everything from detailed dental models and hyper-accurate surgical guides to splints, dentures, and now even highly esthetic indirect restorations – all in a single day.
- More Applications, More Growth: Constant innovation in 3D printing materials and software means dentists can do more with their investments all the time. By opening the door to an ever-expanding array of valuable services, 3D printing sets the stage for more production and practice growth.
- Reliable ROI: Between reducing costly lab fees and increasing practice production, chairside 3D printing allows dentists to save money and see incredible, consistent returns on their initial investments.
- User-Friendly Experiences: Today’s 3D printers are more user-friendly than ever. They offer easy integration with existing practice technologies; flexible, intuitive workflows; and a wealth of education and support opportunities empower dental teams to go from printing novices to pros in no time.
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