artificial tooth

[/ɑːr.tɪ.ˈfɪʃ.əl tuːθ/]
nounpl: artificial teeth
dente artificial
1. A prosthetic tooth made of porcelain, ceramic, or composite material designed to replace a missing natural tooth
The dentist fitted her with an artificial tooth after she lost her molar in the accident.
O dentista colocou um dente artificial nela depois que ela perdeu seu molar no acidente.
2. A false tooth used in dentures or dental bridges
He needed several artificial teeth to complete his full denture.
Ele precisava de vários dentes artificiais para completar sua prótese total.
In Brazil, artificial teeth and dental prosthetics are increasingly common due to cosmetic dentistry popularity. The term 'dente postiço' carries a slightly dated or colloquial connotation, while 'dente artificial' is more formal and technical. Dental work is a significant aspect of Brazilian culture where aesthetic dentistry is highly valued.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
prosthetic toothfalse toothfake toothdental implantcrown
Antonyms / Antônimos
natural toothreal tooth

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
dente artificial
Most common term used in Brazil
General Brazilian
dente postiço
Colloquial term, often used informally
São Paulo
dente artificial/prótese dentária
Both terms are used; prótese dentária is more technical
Portugal
dente postiço
Preferred term in European Portuguese

Related Words

denturebridgeimplantveneercrowncosmetic dentistryprosthodontics

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have a tooth out for someone (unrelated idiom about grudges)
false teeth
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