The Impact of U.S. Federal Economic and Health Policies on the Dental Materials Market and Dental Biomaterials
Abstract
Background U.S. federal economic and health policies significantly influence the dental industry, particularly in the areas of material costs, innovation, and access to care.Conclusions Tariffs recently imposed on imported goods, rapid changes in tariff policies, changes in regulatory frameworks, and health care legislation are reshaping the landscape for dental practice operations.Practical Implications This paper explores these impacts with a focus on how they affect the dental materials market and the financial sustainability of dental practices.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Dental materials and restorations
Healthcare Regulation
Occupational and Professional Licensing Regulation
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of the California Dental Association
- Volume
- 54
- Issue
- 1
- Publication date
- 6 February 2026
- Language
- EN