[Table/Fig-8]:

Advantages and disadvantages of the new CAD-CAM designed space maintainer.

Sr No.	Advantages	Disadvantages
1.	High strength due to monolithic design	Expensive
2.	No gingival lacerations and trauma as no band pinching required	Lab support required
3.	No nickel allergy and corrosion	Expertise needed for fabrication
4.	Tipping of teeth prevented as there is tooth support on both sides	Costly equipment required