This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Dental
Which of the following pontic has no mucosal contact: 
Select and explain. 
A. Saddle pontic., B. Modified ridge lap pontic., C. Ovate pontic., D. Bullet pontic.
D: Bullet pontic.
Answer: D: Bullet pontic. 
Explanation: Bullet-shaped or conical or heart-shaped pontic
This pontic has a convex tissue surface, which contacts the tissue at one singer point without any pressure. This pontic is very easy to clean and maintain. The only disadvantage of this design is its poor aesthetics, which results due to wide embrasures. It is indicated for the replacement of mandibular posterior teeth replacement of mandibular posterior teeth where aesthetics is not a major concern