dental implants

[/ˈdɛntəl ɪmˈplænts/]
nounpl: dental implants
implantes dentários
1. Artificial tooth roots, typically made of titanium, surgically placed into the jawbone to support replacement teeth or bridges
After losing several teeth, she decided to get dental implants to restore her smile.
Depois de perder vários dentes, ela decidiu colocar implantes dentários para restaurar seu sorriso.
2. A prosthetic solution for tooth replacement that provides a permanent or long-term alternative to dentures or bridges
Dental implants are considered the gold standard for tooth replacement in modern dentistry.
Os implantes dentários são considerados o padrão ouro para substituição de dentes na odontologia moderna.
Dental implants have become increasingly popular in both Brazil and the United States as a premium tooth replacement option, though they remain expensive and are often sought for cosmetic and functional reasons. In Brazil, dental tourism has grown, with many Americans traveling to Brazil for implant procedures at lower costs. The procedure is considered a significant investment in oral health and personal appearance across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
tooth implantsdental prostheticsartificial tooth rootsimplant crowns
Antonyms / Antônimos
natural teethdenturesdental bridges

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
implantes dentários
Most common term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
implantes dentários
Standard usage in major urban centers
Rio de Janeiro
implantes dentários
Standard usage, sometimes shortened to 'implantes'
Portugal
implantes dentários
Same terminology as Brazil; European Portuguese uses identical term

Related Words

crownabutmentosseointegrationperiodontistprosthodontistdental surgeryjawbone

Related Idioms & Phrases

invest in your smile
getting your teeth fixed
cosmetic dentistry solution
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