According to the Global Clear Aligners and Other Orthodontic Market Report 2025 released by iData Research, the global clear aligner market is expected to soar to $13.4 billion by 2031 and reach approximately $5 billion in 2024.
Factors driving this explosive growth include advances in 3D printing technology, growing demand for pediatric orthodontics, and the increasing adoption of white-label aligner solutions by DSOs and dental labs.
The report highlights the shift toward in-house production of aligner products, thanks to FDA-approved 3D printing resins from companies such as LuxCreo and Keystone Industries.
These innovations help clinics reduce costs, speed up delivery, and expand access to care, especially in areas with limited or cost-sensitive medical resources.
Pediatric programs such as Invisalign First™ and Spark™ also make it possible to treat patients early in jaw development, potentially reducing the need for more complex interventions in adulthood.
Although clear aligners have smaller unit volumes than braces or retainers, they have the highest market revenues due to their higher price. At the same time, retainers remain the most widely used aligners worldwide and are essential for maintaining treatment results.
Emerging markets, including Latin America and Southeast Asia, are adopting a hybrid model of in-office sales and direct-to-consumer (DTC) to expand accessibility and increase credibility.
The report also noted that B2B and OEM clear aligner sales are growing rapidly, allowing DSOs, large clinics, and laboratories to launch branded aligner product lines without incurring the operating costs of manufacturing infrastructure.
AI-driven treatment planning, more advanced aligner materials, and faster workflows are pushing the boundaries of case complexity.
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