# Home Dentist Home dental devices take on the high-tech capabilities of dentists' tools. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Feb 6, 2018 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/home-dentist ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.3/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Home Dentist trend? **Home Dentist:** Brands that create at-home oral care devices are offering tools that adopt the same functions that dentists' tools feature, but in more accessible formats. This shift comes as consumers increasingly seek out the convenience and affordability of home variations of professional services, with technology and its focus on streamlining products and services enabling this process. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: May 30, 2017 to Feb 3, 2018 - Published: Feb 6, 2018 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Home Dentist trend ### High-Tech Home Dental Devices More brands are creating at-home oral care devices that feature the same functions as dentists’ tools, taking advantage of technology to offer affordable and convenient professional services. ### All-In-One Oral Care Devices Streamlined oral care routines are being provided through the use of all-in-one devices capable of cleaning, flossing and rinsing with mouthwash, offering an efficient and convenient solution for maintaining oral hygiene. ### Assistive Oral Hygiene Devices Devices like the DR. PIK system make oral care more accessible to those with mobility issues, providing an alternative for people with tremors or who are unable to hold a toothbrush comfortably. ## What the Home Dentist trend means for industry ### For Healthcare and Wellness Innovative oral care devices offer new solutions for at-home healthcare and wellness by providing accessibility and convenience to consumers. ### For Consumer Electronics Developments in technology are creating more efficient and effective solutions in the consumer electronics industry, including portable and high-tech oral care devices. ### For Assistive Technology Assistive oral hygiene devices help individuals with mobility issues increase their autonomy and control over their personal care routine, offering solutions for people-facing physical challenges. ## Workshop question How can your brand adapt professional products/services in its area of expertise into more accessible formats? ## Trend signals for Home Dentist Trend score 4.3 out of 10, from popularity 62%, activity 61%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 62% - Activity: 61% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Home Dentist trend 4 featured examples from May 30, 2017 to Feb 3, 2018. - [Pressurized Tooth Care Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-flosser): The 'Pocket Flosser' Enables Oral Care in a Pain-Free Manner (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The dental care industry can develop more efficient and effective dental cleaning devices using pressurized systems. - [Oral Irrigation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oral-irrigator): The Cadrim Portable Oral Irrigator Removes Plaque with a Gentle Operation (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The oral care industry can explore the development of more advanced and effective oral irrigation devices to meet the changing needs of consumers. - [Assistive Oral Hygiene Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-pik): DR. PIK Makes Cleaning One's Teeth Even More Accessible (Category: Tech) Implication: DR. - [All-in-One Oral Care Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oral-care-routine): The ToothShower is Providing an Enhanced Oral Care Routine (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The ToothShower device presents an opportunity for oral care companies to incorporate multiple functions into their products and provide a more comprehensive oral care experience. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)