What are the Pros and Cons of getting Cholear Implants?
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The con of conchlear implants is that once you go that way, it's irreversible, and will shut out any future cures.  Research is already being conducted on gene therapy that will be able to restore cochlear function, but it's not ready for humans for probably another 10 or maybe 20 years. So, think this one through carefully.\n\nAddendum:  Let me correct cdf-rom, and point out that a cochlear implant will involve removal of the middle ear bone that's connected to the cochlea, so that a wire may be threaded into the opening and into the cochlear chamber.  This is how the nerves of the cochlea are stimulated.  The problem is that, once this is done, it's irreversible, and that bone cannot be replaced.
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Dental implant and Laser eye surgery is very safe nowadays. My cousin got her dental implants and lasik surgery in India by a company called Forerunners Healthcare. The Price for dental and lasik surgery is very less in India. She paid 25% of the price she was quoted in America.\n\nForerunners Healthcare is very famous in India They arrange Dental surgery, jaw surgery, lasik eye surgery, Dental Implants etc for foreign patients in India. I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and magazines- about their patient stories.\nThey arrange financing for USA, Canadian, UK and other international patients who plan to have surgery abroad for low cost, as dental and eye surgery is not covered by insurance. They also have photos pasted of their International patients. You can checkout their website. There are huge cost savings. As a doctor I personally believe that surgery can be easily handled in India, as the quality of healthcare available In India is simply best in the world. The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.\n\nhttp://www.forerunnershealthcare.com\nHope this helps.
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Don't be discouraged by all of these biased answers.  For some reason people can be so hateful, and ugly when it comes to this topic.  If they don't have them or have first hand experience with them, I would take their advice with a grain of salt.\nI have implants and I love them.  My husband said that he was happy with what I had too, but I wasn't.  I got them for me.  My clothes fit better now, because I actually have something to fill my shirts.  And people are not going to say anything about it, that girl is so uninformed about implants.  No one will even know, unless you want them to.\nI researched it for over a year, before I finally made my decision.  I have had them for about a year now, and I absolutely love them, and have no regrets.\n\nThis website helped me tremendously when making my decision:\nhttp://allaboutplasticsurgery.com/
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I'm assuming you mean NEGATIVE effects?\n\nPositive effects are:\n- less fat built up in the liver\n- better cholesterol metabolism\n- good gallbladder function\n- improved brain function & memory\n- good hormone production\n- normal nerve function\n\nI know of no documented ill effects from choline supplementation. It is water-soluble so is not stored in the body. The B vitamins should always be taken together, but up to 2 to 3 times more of one can be taken for a particular disorder, such as Parkinson's.
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The new machines account for subtle movements while the operation is being performed, so it's safer than before. I've heard that during the first few weeks you have have some side effects like halos around lights during the night, but they go away. \n\nI would have done it, but my retina is too thin, and it would be too dangerous.
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Absolutely!  I just had it in Feb and it's the most amazing thing in the world to be able to see normally without glasses or contacts.  Do your research first and find a board certified surgeon - this is not the time to look for sale prices.  There is nothing to be scared of, it does not hurt at all and it's done in like 2 minutes per eye.  Good luck!
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The only problem I know of is You Absolutly have to care for them like you would your own teeth, Which actually shouldn't be a problem if you are willing to spend the money for them in the first place, you should practice Good oral Hygeine, I know that if you are not one to floss and brush daily, you are not a canidate for implants, other wise they are a great option for tooth loss.
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Getting your palate expanded, could very well help you out. It widens and/or spreads (opens) your palate, enabling more room for teeth to be placed, as in Veneers you were talking about. And the implants basically. It's been done... i dont see why it couldnt for you. ALTHOUGH, i havent seen your mouth and x'rays.. so.... If your Orthodontist suggest to get your palate widened, then go for it.
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Uninformed people will tell you that breast implants are unsafe, but this is just not the case.  There are many doctors in CA that specialize in this.  This website has a list of recommended doctors that they have researched and found them to be very reputable:  http://allaboutplasticsurgery.com/\n\nThe danger comes in when you do not research your doctor.  There are many people who are not licensed that will give implants, and they are tempting because they are are cheaper.  DO NOT go to a surgeon who is not Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.  Do your research and you will be fine.
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My father had lasik surgery on both of his eyes (Cleveland clinic) and since then he has had perfect vision, would i recommend it?  Due to the fact that it is no longer that new of a technique it isn't as expensive as it used to be when lasik first came out.  If you have the money...my advice is to go for it!  ...It does not ruin the kidneys...if you want some factual advice talk to your Doctor or look it up on the Internet.
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I'd suggest getting the right prescription for your eyes regardless of cost..  If you don't, you won't be able to see clearly, and will also lead to headaches...\n\nTake it from someone who has bad astigmatism. ;)
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I really don't know of any drawbacks to invisalign.  They are clear mouth trays that you wear all of the time, except when you are eating.  They are very hard to detect, you can hardly see them.  They seem to be a little more expensive then the traditional braces.  At our office they run about five thousand dollars, in which some insurances will cover about half of that.  The only drawback that I can think of would be lack of patient compliance.  IF you don't wear them the prescribed amount of time, then the dentist/orthodontist can't guarantee that your teeth will move the way they are suppose to.  With traditional brackets and bands they are cemented on to your teeth, thus you have to wear them.  Invsisalign is trays you can take in and out, so if you are not wearing them then you are going to waste your money.  I understand they take a little getting use to when you are talking, but this goes away in no time.  I don't know if anyone noticed, but a few years ago tom cruise wore them.  Good luck.
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Yes, they are expensive.  Before I could get my implants I had to have some bone grafting done.  I had one implant done 2 years ago and it cost about $3500.  That doesn't include the bone.  Some people don't need the bone replaced.  In November I had 6 more screws (implants) put in.  The cost was $7700.  But that price does not include the teeth that are attached to the implant.  A dentist will make those whereas the implants are done by a dental surgeon.  I think the teeth are about $600 each.  It is quite expensive but they will last a lifetime.  They feel just like your regular teeth.  Being young (less than 50 years old) they are the perfect choice for me.  If I had to have false teeth (dentures) I think my self image and esteem would be nil.  Plus how would I feel about a guy I was dating finding out that my teeth come out.  \n\nThere is another choice you can make.  My mother and my sister got this other kind of implants.  I think they are called mini implants.  What happends there is mini screws are put in your mouth and they stick out of your gums.  Then a special denture is made that snaps onto the screws in your mouth.  They are sturdy and secure.  You can wear them all the time, just take them out and clean them once a day.  The life of this type is about 10 years.  I think the total cost was somewhere around $12,000 for the uppers and lowers.  \n\nIf you're really interested check around for a good oral surgeon and dentist, preferably ones that work together (refers to each other).  \n\nHope this is helpful and makes sense!!
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First of all you need to list yourself as an Organ Donor and have that put on your driver's license. MAKE YOUR WISHES KNOWN TO YOUR FAMILY!!! Also, I suggest you write a living will.\nI know 2 people who have benefitted from the surgery and the only complication was the adjustment back to being sighted again, which was easily treated with physical and psychological therapy. Both are very happy with their "new" sight.
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Depends on several things.  Did you lose your hearing?  Were you born deaf?  What is your speech like today.  Can people understand you?\n\nIf the study is used in  conjuction with the Cohclear organization its a thumbs up.  The implant runs about $80,000.00.  The sucess depends on how many wires can be attached and actually hooked up to the Cohclea, They take the place of the nerves than never formed or were damaged.  The new Nucleus power unit that has come out in the last couple of years, can actually be worn behind the ear now rather than on the belt with a wire running to the mic behind the ear and then to the transmitter.  Everything is now up behind the ear.  It also has a plug in for a Cd!!  Its now all wireless!  There are still units that you can get where the power unit is worn on the belt with a wire.  it believe they run at a slower pace.\n\nYou must remevber that the new unit runs at about 400 times faster than the old model.  It will take some getting used too.  Kinda like learning a new language.  You'll have to figure out what you hear and relate it to what you knew before!  I believe the unit now has 22 or 23 wires that can be connected. The more that work the more you will hear.   It will take about a year to get the unit tuned up after the implany
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Studies show that they are not dangerous persay, but there are many complications that can occur.  Infection, fibrosis, etc. or you may not be happy with the results.  If you are going to get implants, make sure you find someone who has done a good job on friends.  In the long run, you'll most likely need another surgery as the implants may need to be altered due to sagging or you may get capsule of fibrosis that may need to be removed.  I know many women who've had implants that have eventually had them removed or replaced within several years.
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Ear implants can help in weight loss. Finally, you will be able to hear all those comments behind your back about how overweight you are. This will give you the incentive you need to step away from the pizza with 12 toppings.