permanent bracket
[/ˈpɜːrmənənt ˈbrækɪt/]
nounpl: permanent brackets
aparelho fixo / braquete permanente
1. An orthodontic appliance consisting of small metal or ceramic brackets bonded directly to teeth and connected by wires to gradually move teeth into correct alignment. It remains in place for the duration of orthodontic treatment.
The orthodontist installed permanent brackets on all of her teeth to correct her overbite.
O ortodontista instalou aparelhos fixos em todos os seus dentes para corrigir sua sobremordida.
2. A fixed structural support or fixture permanently attached to a wall, shelf, or other surface for mounting or holding objects.
The permanent bracket held the shelf securely to the wall for years without any movement.
O suporte permanente manteve a prateleira firmemente presa à parede por anos sem movimento algum.
In Brazil, the use of permanent orthodontic brackets (aparelho fixo) is extremely common among teenagers and young adults, with many considering them a normal part of adolescence. The term 'aparelho' (appliance) is widely understood in orthodontic contexts. In the USA, permanent brackets are preferred by orthodontists over removable appliances due to their superior effectiveness, though they require more meticulous oral hygiene maintenance.
NYC Slang
braces (colloquial American term, though technically braces can be either removable or fixed)
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