A preocupação com a qualidade de vida na terceira idade é relevante. Perdas dentárias podem ter efeitos significativos na saúde e na vida dos indivíduos, pois afetam a capacidade mastigatória, restringem o consumo de diversos alimentos, dificultam a fonação, além de causar danos estéticos. O objetivo desta revisão da literatura é discutir as alterações na qualidade de vida do paciente idoso, incluindo os efeitos psicológicos, a percepção dos idosos sobre saúde bucal, e o reflexo emocional.Palavras-chave: Reabilitação bucal; Satisfação do paciente; Qualidade de vida.
We used finite elements analysis to assess the biomechanical behavior of lower protocol bars made of Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK) reinforced by carbon fiber, with different designs on All-on-four® system, subjected to physiological occlusal loads. The models were built to have an I-shaped or an inverse T-shaped section. We also assessed the stress distribution on the peri implant bone, implants, prosthetic intermediates, prosthetic intermediate screws, and prosthetic screws. In the simulations, strength peaks were similar for both inverse T and I shaped models; however, the I-shaped bars showed larger resistance in comparison with the inverse T shape. Since it is a new material in dentistry, further research is necessary for a better assessment of PEEK's mechanical and clinical performance.
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