Hollow Pontic: Technique for Load Reduction on Edentulous Segment

Abstract

ABSTRACT As in the field of dentistry, there have been several advances to provide a quality service. The occlusal forces applied to a fixed denture prosthesis (FDP) are transmitted to the supporting structures through the pontic, connectors and retainers. Span length, occlusion, bone loss, and quality of periodontium may be affected by the durability of an FDP and its abutment. Technique of hollow pontic is used for extensive loss of tissue in the pontic area, dense porosity free casting, porcelain cracking prevention on cooling. The present report depicts, such a case where a hollow pontic was given in a FDP. How to cite this article Dixit S, Singh A. Hollow Pontic: Technique for Load Reduction on Edentulous Segment. J Health Sci Res 2015;6(1):22-24.