Driven by innovations designed to improve clinical outcomes, streamline workflows, and elevate the patient experience, dental technology continues to evolve at a remarkable pace. The global dental equipment market is expected to grow 9.8% year over year to $28.15 billion in 2026, with projections showing accelerating growth that will bring the market to $42.38 billion by 2030, according to Research and Markets’ Dental Equipment and Supplies Market Report 2026.
From AI-powered diagnostics and cloud-connected practice systems to advanced digital imaging, 3D printing, and lasers, today’s technologies can help practices reliably deliver precise, patient-focused care while streamlining operations and boosting profitability. Adoption of key technologies remains a strategic priority for practices seeking to stay competitive.
Practices are looking for solutions that not only enhance treatment capabilities, but also support productivity, profitability, and long-term growth. Digital dentistry continues to expand its footprint, with 64% of respondents saying they use an intraoral scanner in a 2025 Inside Dentistry readership survey. This is twice the percentage of practices who said they use the technology in a 2020 survey.
Whether the goal is reducing chairtime, improving communication, expanding service offerings, or increasing case acceptance, selecting and implementing innovative technology can have a significant impact on clinical and business performance.
With new products regularly being introduced and an ever-expanding roster of manufacturers, comparing technology platforms is challenging. To simplify the process, Inside Dentistry compiled product specifications from manufacturers and organized them into easy-to-navigate comparison charts. Whether exploring the latest intraoral scanners, CBCT systems, AI software, lasers, milling units, or 3D printers, this annual technology feature is designed to help you evaluate options and find solutions that best fit your practice.
