245% duties on Chinese imports, and 10–30% on most other countries, though those rates continue to evolve weekly.
For the dental industry—which depends heavily on imported equipment, materials, and offshore production—this is more than a policy shift.
It’s a wake-up call.
But while the headlines focus on cost hikes and disruption, the real opportunity lies in what happens next: Dental labs, DSOs, manufacturers, and clinics that evolve now will define the next era of dentistry.
Dentistry is more globally integrated than most realize. From aligners and zirconia blocks to CAD/CAM mills, scanners, and digital workflows, the U.S. dental ecosystem runs on international supply chains.
With tariffs in play, rising costs and slower delivery times are now part of the equation.
But this doesn’t have to be a dead end.
Turning Challenge into Competitive Advantage
Let’s break down what’s working now:
Single-source dependence, especially on China, is becoming more risky and less scalable.
Besides lowering risk, this boosts negotiating power and supply continuity.
AI is transforming the way labs and DSOs operate, cutting labor costs, reducing turnaround time, and eliminating bottlenecks.
With platforms like EviSmart, dental businesses can:
Automation reduces manual tasks and frees your team to focus on high-value, high-payoff work.
This is the moment to evolve your message and brand story.
Leading labs, DSOs, and manufacturers are leaning into:
These signals project speed, innovation, and strength—exactly what today’s clients and partners look for in uncertain markets.
What’s happening in 2025 isn’t a crisis, but a catalyst.
Dental businesses that act now by diversifying supply, adopting automation, and streamlining workflows aren’t just avoiding risk.
They’re building smarter, faster, and more profitable companies.
Whether you’re a solo lab, a fast-growing DSO, or a private equity-backed group, this is your moment to:
