<prompt> Modified ridge lap is the pontic of choice in:Maxillary anteriorsMandibular posteriorsMaxillary posteriorsBoth 1 3  <response>: In the mandibular posterior region where esthetics is not a major consideration, spheroidal pontic is the design of choice because of its contour.In the maxilla, modified ridge lap design satisfies both esthetics and hygiene so it is the pontic design of choice in both anterior and posterior region. 