If you have severe hearing loss, you may benefit from a cochlear implant. This is a device that’s surgically implanted in your cochlea, the spiral-shaped bone in your inner ear.
A cochlear implant converts sounds into electrical impulses, which are interpreted by the brain. It aims to replace the cochlea’s function.
A cochlear implant isn’t suitable for everyone. Babies, children, and adults may be good candidates if they have:
- severe hearing loss in both ears
- not found benefits from hearing aids
- no medical conditions that could increase surgery risks
As an adult, you might also be an ideal candidate if you:
- have hearing loss that disrupts spoken communication
- lost all or most of your hearing later in life
- depend on lip reading, even with hearing aids
- are willing to commit to rehabilitation
- understand what cochlear implants can and can’t do
An audiologist and ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgeon can determine whether the device is right for you.
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