This two-band space maintainer has an acrylic pad over the edentulous region. It is designed with the occlusal surface of the pad in function with the opposing teeth and the tissue side-cleared to eliminate any interference with the normal eruption of succedaneous teeth. Before choosing this design, be sure the teeth to be banded have a parallel path of insertion. Note: This appliance can act as a food trap. This can be controlled easily with the use of an oral irrigator.