The editor of DYM Dental Chair shares with you the development prospects of Nigeria’s oral cavity

The development prospects of Nigeria’s oral medical industry are broad, its market scale continues to expand, technology applications are constantly innovating, and the competition landscape is increasingly fierce. According to multiple reports and statistics, Nigeria’s oral medical needs are large due to its large population base. According to the latest population data in 2024, Nigeria has a total population of 225 million. It is the sixth largest country in the world, with an annual growth rate of 2.4%. It is expected to exceed 400 million in 2050 and continue to grow with the gradual development of the economy and the improvement of residents’ health awareness. Although oral medical facilities and resources are relatively scarce at present, the investment of government and private capital is driving the rapid expansion of the market.

1: DYM high-end dental equipment shares with you the import situation of medical devices in Nigeria in 2025

According to the 2025 Nigeria Medical Device Importers Directory, Nigeria’s medical device imports mainly cover dental instruments, dental equipment, dental supplies, etc. In addition, the 2024 Global Dental Equipment Importers Directory shows that Nigeria is one of the important markets for dental equipment in the world, attracting a large number of international importers and buyers. Import data for the fourth quarter of 2023 In the fourth quarter of 2023, Nigeria’s total imports were 1,410.833 billion naira, of which optical, technical and medical equipment imports were US$1.2 billion, accounting for 2.2% of the total imports. This shows that Nigeria’s demand for medical equipment remains strong, especially dental equipment. Medical Device Market Forecast in 2024 According to the 2024 Nigeria Medical Device Market Analysis Report, Nigeria’s medical device market is expected to reach US$734.9 million in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (2024-2028) of 11.85%,The market size will reach 1.15 billion US dollars by 2028. This growth trend is mainly due to the government’s support for the medical industry, the improvement of residents’ living standards and the enhancement of health awareness.

2: DYM’s one-stop manufacturing experience shares with you the 2025 Nigeria Medical Device ExhibitionThe 2025 Nigeria International Medical Equipment Exhibition will further promote the development of the Nigerian medical market and attract more international suppliers and buyers. This shows that Nigeria has great market potential in the field of medical devices and has attracted the attention of a large number of international companies.

2024 Nigeria Medical Equipment Import Trend According to the 2024 Nigeria International Medical Equipment Exhibition MWA invitation letter, Nigeria’s medical device market is highly dependent on imports, 99% of medical devices and equipment are imported from abroad, and local production is mainly concentrated in low-end products such as syringes. China is the main supplier of medical devices in Nigeria, accounting for more than 64% of the sales of the top ten suppliers in 2017, India and the United States accounted for 8% and 6% respectively. In the past decade, China’s imports have grown at a relatively high rate.

Nigeria medical device import data in 2023

In 2023, Nigeria’s total medical device imports are expected to reach US$1.2 billion, of which optical, technical and medical device imports are US$1.2 billion, accounting for 2.2% of the total imports. This shows that Nigeria’s demand for medical equipment remains strong, especially dental equipment.

Analysis of Nigeria’s medical device market in 2024

According to the 2024 Nigeria Medical Device Market Analysis Report, Nigeria’s medical device market is expected to reach US$734.9 million in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (2024-2028) of 11.85%, and the market size will reach US$1.15 billion by 2028. This growth trend is mainly due to government support for the medical industry, improved living standards of residents and enhanced health awareness.

DYM High-end Dental Equipment and You Look Forward to the Nigerian Dental Device Market in 2025

In 2025, Nigeria’s medical device market will continue to maintain rapid growth, technological innovation will lead the development of the industry, policy support will be strengthened, market demand will continue to grow, and cross-border cooperation and industrial integration will accelerate. Government support for the medical industry, improved living standards and enhanced health awareness among residents will drive continued growth in demand for oral medical services, especially in urban areas and among young people, where demand for high-end services will be even stronger.

The oral healthcare industry in Nigeria has a promising future, and the number and value of medical device imports are expected to continue to grow, especially in the field of dental equipment. With the increase in government and private capital investment and the promotion of technological innovation, the oral healthcare market in Nigeria will usher in a broader development prospect.

Doyime is a one-stop high-end dental equipment manufacturer with 18 years of industry experience. We hope to provide our latest R&D products and the latest technology to dental equipment dealers and dentists in Nigeria. We can assist them in one-stop purchases and help them work efficiently and conveniently. We can provide front-end equipment used in dental clinics and dental hospitals, such as dental comprehensive treatment chairs, oral endoscopes, dental high and low speed handpieces, LED light curing machines for fillings, oil-free air compressors used in machine rooms, negative pressure suction machines, and sewage treatment equipment.

Africa is short of water resources. To address this market, DYM developed a negative pressure suction machine that can be driven without water in March 2025. It provides super suction, allowing Nigerian dentists and nurses to help patients with oral treatment to suck saliva more thoroughly, and patients can experience more comfort. In terms of energy saving and environmental protection, it also saves about 300 tons of precious water resources each year, making a small contribution to environmental protection. This waterless negative pressure machine is small in size, so there is no need to worry about the floor space. It is easy to use and can be operated by plugging in the power switch. No special person is required for management, and the maintenance cost is low. There is no need to frequently replace the accessories of the negative pressure machine, which greatly reduces the maintenance cost and saves a sum of money every year.

Since its launch, DYM’s waterless and environmentally friendly dental negative pressure machine has received a lot of praise from users. It has low noise, strong suction, small size, and low maintenance cost. It is hoped that DYM’s dental equipment can enter more dental clinics and dental hospitals in Nigeria and make due contributions to the local oral cause in Nigeria.

DYM waterless drive negative pressure machine, welcome everyone to visit and inspect, with 18 years of experience, we look forward to cooperating with you.