pontic

[ˈpɒntɪk]

pontic Definition

a type of dental prosthesis that replaces a missing tooth and is attached to adjacent teeth or dental implants.

Using pontic: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pontic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The dentist recommended a pontic to replace the missing tooth.

  • Example

    The pontic was secured to the adjacent teeth using dental cement.

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Summary: pontic in Brief

A 'pontic' [ˈpɒntɪk] is a type of dental prosthesis used to replace a missing tooth. It is attached to adjacent teeth or dental implants and secured with dental cement.