Blocks of pontics to replace missing teeth: A clinical pearl

Patients with hypodontia often undergo orthodontic treatment, with single tooth pontics often used to replace missing teeth. However, single tooth pontics can often rotate on the archwire, leading to compromised stability. ‘Blocks of pontics’ can provide prosthetic replacement during orthodontic treatment for hypodontia patients, overcoming common issues with large edentulous spans. After impression taking, blocks of pontics can be waxed up and finished in acrylic, and can then be ligated to the archwire intraorally. Blocks of pontics can be life-changing, restoring adequate aesthetics and function, before multidisciplinary restorative management.