What the New Administration’s Trade Policy May Mean for Your Practice
President Trump’s proposed reciprocal tariffs, some as steep as 54%, are shaking the dental supply chain. Rising costs and global delays may impact everything from implants to innovation.
The dental industry is bracing for impact as the new administration’s proposed reciprocal tariffs, potentially reaching 54% on imports, prompt concerns among the global supply chain. With dentistry’s heavy reliance on imported titanium, ceramics, and abutment components, even routine procedures such as placing implants or fabricating crowns may soon carry a higher price tag, according to Markets and Markets.
Many implant systems, prosthetics, and digital tools depend on precision parts from Europe, China, and Latin America. Tariffs are driving up input costs, shipping delays are more common, and companies are being forced to renegotiate long-standing supplier contracts. As manufacturers rethink sourcing strategies, dentists could see increased prices, slower turnaround times, and product shortages.
While some momentum is building toward United States-based manufacturing, challenges such as capital investment, skilled labor shortages, and regulatory hurdles make it a long-term solution. For dentists, staying informed and agile will be essential as the profession navigates these unpredictable economic shifts. Click here to read more.
