removable partial dentures

[rɪˈmuːvəbl ˈpɑːrʃəl ˈdɛntʃərz]
nounpl: removable partial dentures
próteses parciais removíveis
1. Dental prosthetics that replace one or more missing teeth and can be inserted and removed by the patient, typically supported by remaining natural teeth and/or soft tissues
The dentist recommended removable partial dentures to replace the missing molars.
O dentista recomendou próteses parciais removíveis para substituir os molares ausentes.
2. A type of dental appliance used in prosthodontics that restores oral function and aesthetics without requiring surgical implantation
Removable partial dentures require daily cleaning and proper maintenance.
As próteses parciais removíveis requerem limpeza diária e manutenção adequada.
In both Brazil and the USA, removable partial dentures remain a common and affordable solution for tooth replacement, especially among middle and lower-income populations. In Brazilian dental practice, they are frequently prescribed as a bridge solution before patients can afford dental implants. The term is widely recognized in professional dental contexts across both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
partial denturesremovable prostheticspartial prosthesesRPD (removable partial denture)
Antonyms / Antônimos
fixed bridgesdental implantscomplete denturespermanent prosthetics

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
próteses parciais removíveis
Standard term used in Brazilian dental schools and clinics
Rio de Janeiro
prótese parcial removível
Commonly used singular form in clinical settings
São Paulo
prótese parcial removível / PPR
Often abbreviated as PPR in professional contexts
Portugal
prótese parcial removível
European Portuguese uses similar terminology with slight pronunciation differences

Related Words

claspdenture baseprosthodonticsperiodontaldental restorationabutmentdenture adhesivemaxillary denture

Related Idioms & Phrases

wear a removable partial denture
adjust removable partial dentures
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