Replacement of missing teeth during orthodontic treatment with a bracket bonded to a pontic

Patients who present to the orthodontist with missing teeth may have increased concerns regarding their aesthetic appearance. A patient may be missing an anterior tooth as a result of hypodontia, dental disease, trauma or failure of eruption. Replacing missing teeth during orthodontic treatment can have psychosocial and clinical benefits. There are various methods to replace an edentulous space during orthodontic treatment. This article describes the steps for using a pontic tooth in an edentulous anterior space chairside. CPD/Clinical Relevance: The replacement of missing teeth during orthodontic treatment has many benefits for the patient.