denture teeth

[ˈdɛntʃər tiːθ]
nounpl: denture teeth
dentes de prótese
1. artificial teeth that are part of a removable denture or false teeth prosthesis
The denture teeth were carefully matched to the color of her natural teeth.
Os dentes de prótese foram cuidadosamente combinados com a cor de seus dentes naturais.
2. replacement teeth made from porcelain, acrylic, or composite materials used in complete or partial dentures
Modern denture teeth are more durable and aesthetic than those from decades ago.
Os dentes de prótese modernos são mais duráveis e estéticos do que aqueles de décadas atrás.
In Brazil and the USA, denture teeth are commonly used among elderly populations and those with significant tooth loss. The advancement in denture teeth technology has made them more aesthetically pleasing and functional, reducing the social stigma previously associated with wearing dentures. In Portuguese-speaking regions, the term 'dentadura' is also colloquially used for complete dentures, while 'dentes de prótese' is the more technical/professional term.
NYC Slang
fake teeth, chompers (colloquial)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
false teethartificial teethprosthetic teethsynthetic teeth
Antonyms / Antônimos
natural teethreal teethbiological teeth

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
dentes de prótese
most common term used in dental practices across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
dentes de prótese/dentadura
both terms are commonly used interchangeably
São Paulo
dentes de prótese
preferred technical term in dental clinics
Portugal
dentes de prótese/dentes postiços
'dentes postiços' is also used, more traditional term

Related Words

dentureprosthodonticsfalse teethdental prosthesisdental implantbridgecrown

Related Idioms & Phrases

to get denture teeth - obter uma prótese dentária
denture teeth adjustment - ajuste de prótese dentária
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