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The Interplay Between Oral Rehabilitation, Hearing Performance, And Cognitive Health: A Scoping Review Of Implant-Retained Overdentures

Author(s): Dr Velpula Nagalaxmi , Dr Faisal Taiyebali Zardi , Dr Ravali Talari , Dr Bachanavoni Prathibha Devi , Dr Mounika Dintakurthi

Cite this article as: Dr Velpula Nagalaxmi , Dr Faisal Taiyebali Zardi , Dr Ravali Talari , Dr Bachanavoni Prathibha Devi , Dr Mounika Dintakurthi

DOI:Https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18092090

Background: Edentulism adversely affects mastication, speech, nutrition, and psychosocial well-being. Emerging evidence indicates potential links between oral dysfunction, hearing impairment, and cognitive decline. Implant-retained overdentures (IODs) enhance functional rehabilitation and may influence sensoryneural outcomes. Objective: To systematically map current evidence on the effects of IODs on auditory and cognitive functions in edentulous individuals. Methods: A scoping review was conducted in accordance with PRISMA-ScR guidelines. Peer-reviewed studies (2015–2025) reporting auditory and/or cognitive outcomes following IOD rehabilitation in adults were included. Results: Evidence suggests that IODs can improve bone-conduction sound transmission and enhance cortical activation through masticatory stimulation, supporting neuroplasticity. However, current studies are limited in number and methodological rigour. Conclusion: Implant-retained overdentures may contribute to improved sensoryneural health beyond oral rehabilitation. High-quality multicenter clinical trials are required to substantiate their auditory and cognitive benefits.

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Dr Velpula Nagalaxmi

MDS, Professorand Head Of The Department, Dept. Of Oral Medicine & Radiology, Sri Sai College Of Dental Surgery, Vikarabad, India

Dr Faisal Taiyebali Zardi

MDS, Professor, Dept. Of Oral Medicine & Radiology, Sri Sai College Of Dental Surgery, Vikarabad, India

Dr Ravali Talari

Postgraduate Student,Dept. Of Oral Medicine & Radiology, Sri Sai College Of Dental Surgery, Vikarabad, India

Dr Bachanavoni Prathibha Devi

Postgraduate Student, Dept. Of Oral Medicine & Radiology, Sri Sai College Of Dental Surgery, Vikarabad, India

Dr Mounika Dintakurthi

Postgraduate Student, Dept. Of Oral Medicine & Radiology, Sri Sai College Of Dental Surgery, Vikarabad, India

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