Do comparison of retention and strain energies of stud attachments for implant overdentures?
The retentive forces and strain energies of implant overdenture stud attachments are different and should be considered during prosthesis selection.
Elderly cochlear implant users experience an improvement in their quality of life, with outcomes similar to those achieved in younger adults. Particular attention must be paid to the possibility of age-related conditions in the elderly that may increase the risks of surgery.