dental appliance

• Dispositivo ou aparelho utilizado em odontologia, como aparelho ortodôntico, contenção, prótese dentária ou placa oclusal, destinado a corrigir problemas dentários ou proteger os dentes.

A device or piece of equipment used in dentistry, such as braces, retainers, dentures, or mouthguards, designed to correct dental issues or protect teeth.

1. Orthodontic deviceB2formal

   A device used in dentistry to correct or improve the alignment of teeth and bite.

   Aparelho ortodôntico

   • The orthodontist fitted her with a dental appliance to straighten her teeth.
   • He wears a dental appliance at night to prevent teeth grinding.
   • Modern dental appliances are more comfortable than older models.

2. Prosthetic deviceB2formal

   A device used to replace missing teeth or support dental structures.

   Prótese dentária

   • The dentist recommended a dental appliance to replace the missing molar.
   • Partial dentures are a common type of dental appliance.
   • She had a dental appliance made to restore her smile.