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Cochlear Implants, 2005.
This paper argues in favor of the use of cochlear implants, which are prosthetic devices that enable the deaf to hear much better than previous innovations, such as hearing aids.
1,280 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper explains the position supporting cochlear implants for deaf individuals. Generally, when successful, these implants can make deaf people, especially young children, much more able to distinguish auditory phenomena and, therefore, represent progress against the condition of deafness that is assumed to be a disability. The author points out that the argument opposing cochlear implants is more of a cultural than biomedical one; many members of the deaf community are content with their unique culture and do not regard deafness as a disorder to be cured. The paper concludes that the cochlear implants can enhance the lives of deaf people by allowing them to hear and not be segregated into a deaf word; therefore, the author favors the use of these implants.
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Introduction
Supporting View
Oppositional View
Personal Position
Conclusion
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"Personally, I think this issue needs to have more public advocacy so that people can really explore the arguments from both sides and see objective portrayals so that they can make up their own minds about supporting or opposing cochlear implants. Most of my personal feelings on this issue support cochlear implants from the perspective of
someone who is not deaf and therefore might not have the sort of empathy for the deaf community that someone inside or involved with this community may feel. That is, I feel dissonance personally at the notion of someone not wanting to hear if they are deaf because it seems that it would be much more convenient to recognize speech and other things in daily life."
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Cochlear Implants, 2002.
A definition of cochlear implants and the effect such implants have on childhood development.
1,270 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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The paper defines a cochlear implant as a device which converts sound waves into electric signals and thus allows the hearing impaired to hear at a greater level than a hearing aid provides. The paper discusses the effects that cochlear implants have on childhood development, focusing on children from one to four years of age. The paper explores the issues of speech recognition/language, academic concerns, social ramifications and family relationships.
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"The University of Michigan performed the largest study ever on Cochlear implants and released the findings in January of last year. Researchers found that children who are implanted with cochlears before the age of four are able to achieve high levels of speech recognition and language skills. Dr. Paul Kileny establishes that research shows ?a significant difference in speech recognition between those who got their implants between the ages of 2 and 4 years, during the critical language development period, and those who received them later.? He concluded that people who receive the implant early in life get the greatest benefits."
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Cochlear Implants, 2006.
This paper discusses the pros and cons of the cochlear implant on hearing impaired individuals.
959 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 34.95
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The writer of this paper examines both sides of the cochlear implant debate while explaining how the device assists hearing impaired individuals by implanting a combination of a microphone, speech processor and a translator/simulator into the ear. While many experts hail this advancement in medicine and encourage individuals to consider the option of the implant, there are those who are major proponents of sign language and find the cochlear implant option unnatural and believe that sign language is an efficient method of communication.
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"Receiving a cochlear implant can seriously change a person's life and their lifestyle. There are many people who find the idea very rewarding and those who think that no one should ever change whom they are. Some people are unsure of whether or not their children should receive a surgery in order to change their hearing, they are unaware of the long term effects, and seem to be scared sometimes. They do not understand why a surgery is needed when signing is an effective way for their children to go through their lives, it is proven and it works rather well. Although the overall number of people who are opposed to the idea has gone down substantially."
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Cochlear Implants, 2000.
A look at cochlear implants, their effectiveness and the issues surrounding performing these operations on the deaf.
2,640 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 12 sources, $ 79.95
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This paper looks at the invention of cochlear implants, which mimic the functioning of the inner ear. The paper explains how it works, its history, and the effectiveness and problems with the operations. Issues are discussed, including the deaf community's fears that the devices will destroy "deaf culture". Benefits and problems with the implants are looked at as well.
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"An implant mimics the functioning of the cochlea, a seashell-shaped organ in the inner ear lined with 30,000 hair cells. In a normal cochlea, the hair cells turn sound into impulses that are sent to the brain where they are interpreted as speech, music, or other auditory information about the world. In most deaf persons, auditory nerve fibers are intact, but the mechanism to receive the information through the hair cells is absent. Thus, regular hearing aids are ineffective as they typically only boost the amplitude of sound input. The cochlear implant is a wire that replaces a person?s missing hair cells ? it wraps inside the cochlea and, attached to a small external computer typically worn on the person?s belt, also translates sound into impulses sent to a transmitter that relays it back to the implant, that relays it to the brain. At this time, only one implant is being done per person, as developers of the device have not perfected how to coordinate the operation of two implants to provide accurate information relay to the brain."
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Cochlear Implants, 2002.
How hearing can be inhanced through implants.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper defines cochlear implants, describes how they help the hearing impaired, traces their history, offers drawbacks and benefits, and discusses cost, the installation procedure and general information. It is geared to someone with no knowledge of the cochlear implant.
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Breast Implants, 2004.
Examines the history of silicone breast implants and argues that they are safe to use.
1,376 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper introduces and discusses the topic of silicone breast implants in women. Specifically, it discusses why breast implants are important for the self-esteem of many women and how it has been proved they are safe and pose no threat to women's health. Silicone breast implants have been the subject of controversy because many people believe they can cause physical damage or even death to many implant patients. Because of this threat, silicone implants were removed from the market for many years. The paper shows, however, that recent studies prove implants are safe. It argues that women should be able to have this type of cosmetic surgery if they desire. They should be made aware of the risks, but should be able to make up their own minds.
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"The FDA ban and following lawsuits received massive media attention, and women everywhere began to fear breast implants of any type, but silicone was especially suspect. Several studies showed that silicone implants could at times rupture, leak, or migrate from their original locations, but medical studies had never decided what the exact health risks of these problems were (Brecher). Suddenly, all breast implants were suspect, and the implant industry settled millions of dollars in lawsuits during the time. Many experts believe that much of the hysteria over implants was fueled by the media and by over-zealous attorneys, who urged anyone with an implant to jump on the bandwagon and sue, whether or not their implants had caused any health issues."
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The Risks of Breast Implants in Teenagers, 2002.
This paper presents an argument against breast implants for teenagers.
2,115 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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This paper discusses breast implants and the risks involved. Social, psychological and health issues are discussed as they relate to teenagers undergoing breast implant surgery. Financial considerations are highlighted as well. Various opinions from professionals on the prudence of this surgery for teens are offered.
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Introduction
Background: What is a Breast Implant?
Problem
Purpose of Report
Scope
Discussion
Why Teenagers should not use Breast Implants
What are Alternatives to Breast Implants
Pros and Cons of Breast Implants
Social/Psychological/Emotional Effects on Teenagers
Ethical Issues
Conclusion
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"For several decides women have been undergoing breast augmentation in the way of breast implants. It is a procedure designed to enhance the size of a women?s breast and millions of females have had it done. In more recent years however, the attention has turned to teenage girls. More and more teen girls are asking for surgeons to perform surgery on them and give them breast implants. Brittany Spears, the famous teen idol singer, is reputed to have had the surgery performed several years ago. There has been a lot of controversy over the implants in general. Some now claim that they have become diseased from the implants and that the implants are making them sick. Teenagers are at an increased risk for problems when it comes to breast implants."
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Therapeutic Cloning and Breast Implants, 2005.
Discusses stem cell research with specific attention to therapeutic cloning and breast implants.
3,680 words (approx. 14.7 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 127.95
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This paper discusses stem cell research, with specific attention to therapeutic cloning, and then relates this to the recent scientific breakthroughs concerning stem cell application to breast implants. The paper reviews research; public opinion and embryo stem cell cloning. It looks at reconstructive surgery and plastic surgery.
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"Stem cell research is experiencing great advances, allowing humans to see a future where diseases of today will not be of such concern tomorrow ..."
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Breast Implants, 2005.
This paper examines breast implants and contends that they offer a short term gain but long term problems.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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The author of this paper states that he/she has reviewed a brief history of breast implants and has discovered that the history of this surgery is filled with carelessness, misconceptions and misinformation. The author maintains that most women who undergo the procedure are not fully aware of the risks involved. The writer highlights that in fact, many could care less, as the need to look good outweighs everything else.
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"Sooner or later, everyone finds themselves faced with a medical situation that may require a variety of treatments and the more unlucky of us may have to choose surgery. The first reaction to such a proposition would be fear or revulsion; the prospect of going under the knife is not a pleasant one. One would think that there are few people who would voluntarily submit to such a procedure, but the fact is that thousands of women willingly submit themselves to cosmetic surgery not for medical necessity but simply for the sake of their appearance."
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Breast Implants, 2002.
This paper discusses breast implants and teenagers.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper stresses that teenagers should not be allowed to have breast implants because it might affect them adversely.
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Titanium Dental Implants, 2005.
This paper examines the use titanium and titanium-alloys as the metal of chose in dental implants.
2,925 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 103.95
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This paper discusses different surface modifications, which improve their osseointegration. The author points out methods of applying coatings. The paper explores cell proliferation on these implant surface and what affects the process.
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"It was not until materials became available that promoted an osseointegrated or bio-integrated interface and surgical techniques were developed to reliably obtain such interfaces that endosseous implants became a viable treatment option for tooth replacement. Commercially-pure titanium is actually an alloy containing wt percent titanium and small amounts wt ... percent to wt .. percent of oxygen with trace amounts less than percent of iron carbon nitrogen and hydrogen. The amount of oxygen determines the grade of the alloy Increasing amounts of oxygen increase the
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Breast Implants, 2004.
An overview of the causes and issues surrounding breast implants.
1,407 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper begins by looking at reasons why women to decide to enlarge their breasts, touching on the American obsession with the "perfect body", and the role of the media in creating this image. The paper then discusses the safety issues involved in breast enlargement, such as the risk of cancer and the lawsuits that have evolved out of this controversy. The paper then looks at restoration surgery and concludes with a summary of the issue.
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"On the other hand, some writers on the topic note that the manufacturers of silicone breast implants did not do product safety research, therefore leaving them vulnerable to liability lawsuits (Patterson, 1999). Although some experts have recently called for a re-introduction of silicone breast implants, most use a saline solution instead."
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A Huge Health Scare For Women: Breast Implants, 2000.
An examination of the risks and side effects involved with getting breast implants, and women's reasons for going through with it.
1,357 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 7 sources, $ 45.95
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"A little girl?s first exposure to beauty often comes early, possibly when she is given a makeup vanity or dress up clothes. Most parents are not aware that these simple gifts begin a vicious cycle of salon visits, beauty routines, and other means of making oneself live up to a ?standard? of beauty. Even the very idols that young women look up to are promoting this beauty standard, by doing things such as getting cosmetic surgery at a very young age. These idols set the standard of beauty for young women, encouraging them to obtain cosmetic enhancement when their bodies have not yet fully matured. Many people wonder what makes a woman attractive. The media produces an image with big eyes, long hair, and most importantly, big breasts. Because society places such an emphasis on beauty and voluptuousness, more and more women each year are racing out to have cosmetic surgery. (Fig 2.3) Many of these women have no idea what the risks and side effects of these surgeries could be, and with breast augmentation rated as the second most common cosmetic procedure, this lack of knowledge is scary."
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Dow Corning Breast Implants, 2002.
An explanation of the Dow Corning breast implant saga.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses the Dow Corning Breast Implant controversy.
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Cochlear Implanst, 2002.
The paper finds implant a solution to hearing.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper details information about cochlear implants and their uses. The writer explains who uses them and how they work.
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