Can your child hear your voice and truly understand it If not do not worry In some cases one surgery could change everything I am Dr Shree Rao a leading Cochlear Implant Surgeon and in this video I will explain everything you need to know about hearing aids versus cochlear implants and which option might be right for your child You will learn What is a cochlear implant How is it different from a hearing aid How do both devices work Who needs a hearing aid and who needs a cochlear implant Hearing aids work well for mild to moderate hearing loss between 30 to 70 decibels They amplify sound like wearing glasses for your eye But for severe to profound hearing loss above 90 decibels especially when the cochlear is fully damaged a cochlear implant may be the only solution A cochlear implant bypasses the damaged parts of the ear and stimulates the hearing nerve directly helping your child hear again and engage with the world
