Fitting of an 8.5-Millimeter Abutment for Bone Conduction Devices: Indications and Postintervention Course

Abstract

This retrospective evaluation showed that fitting an 8.5-mm abutment is an easy step in managing soft tissue problems and preventing revision surgery. Also, it is of value in patients with a thick scalp that interferes with bone conduction device coupling. In these cases, we advise placing the 8.5-mm abutment during primary surgery.