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Pontics in Prosthodontics

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What is the primary design feature of the sanitary pontic?

Is reserved for teeth frequently displayed during function

Allows easy cleaning and permits easier plaque control (correct)

Traps food particles and leads to tongue habits

Has a concave tissue surface

What is the disadvantage of the sanitary pontic?

Lack of connector size

Less aesthetic appearance

Difficulty in cleaning

Entrapment of food particles and potential tongue habits (correct)

Where is the sanitary pontic typically used?

Maxillary anterior teeth

Mandibular posterior teeth (correct)

Maxillary posterior teeth

Mandibular anterior teeth

What is the primary difference between the conventional ovate pontic and the modified ovate pontic?

The conventional ovate pontic requires a broad ridge, while the modified ovate pontic does not Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary design feature of the modified sanitary (modified hygienic) pontic?

Gingival portion shaped like an archway between the retainers Signup and view all the answers

Which pontic type is indicated for missing mandibular molars due to its unaesthetic design?

Modified sanitary (modified hygienic) pontic Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of the modified sanitary (modified hygienic) pontic over the conventional sanitary pontic?

Increased connector size and decreased stress Signup and view all the answers

What is the main disadvantage of the sanitary pontic?

Entrapment of food particles and potential tongue habits Signup and view all the answers

Which pontic type is considered the most 'toothlike' in appearance?

Conventional ovate pontic Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary design feature that allows the modified sanitary (modified hygienic) pontic to have increased connector size and decreased stress?