The market for dentists and dental practices - Spain

Dentists and dental practices cover all dental activities, including dental care and associated services such as orthodontics. This market study therefore deals with the final stage of dental care, excluding insurance services or the manufacture of dental consumables and equipment such as implants. Worldwide, the market for dentists and dental practices has grown rapidly in recent years. Dental access has become increasingly widespread in emerging countries, particularly in Latin America and Asia, with China emerging as the real locomotive of global growth. Spain has around 23,000 dental clinics located throughout the country, which translates into a ratio of around 1 clinic per 2,000 inhabitants, well ahead of other major European countries such as Germany (1,200) or France (1,500). Clinics, franchises and chains have gradually gained ground in recent years, overtaking the previous model of the self-employed general dentist. The market has grown significantly over the last ten years, with the emergence of specialist players such as Vitaldent, Vivanta and DrSmile, which have shaken up a sector traditionally dominated by small independents and family businesses.