Postiso (en. Denture)

pos-ti-so

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

An artificial tooth used to replace missing teeth.

His denture looks natural even though it is artificial.

Ang kanyang postiso ay mukhang natural kahit na ito ay artipisyal.

A device used in the mouth aimed at improving speech or chewing.

Sometimes he has trouble speaking because of his new denture.

Minsan ay nahihirapan siyang magsalita dahil sa kanyang bagong postiso.

Spanish

classical denture

A type of denture that is sturdier and often used for the elderly.

postisong pangklasikal

high-quality denture

A denture made from high-quality materials.

dekalidad na postiso

dentist

A dental professional who provides care and treatment for dental issues.

dentista

implant

An artificial tooth root implanted in the jaw.

implanto

Fake or not real teeth

Kuya's smile is beautiful, looks like it's just dentures.

Ganda ng ngiti ni kuya, mukhang postiso lang.

Term for fake teeth that act as beauty enhancers

Ate looks younger since she got dentures!

Mas bumata si ate mula nung nag-postiso siya!

Nickname for teeth that are not natural

Your smile looks like dentures, it's too perfect!

Parang postiso yang ngiti mo, masyadong perfect!