Cochlear implants are a device that bypasses damaged regions in the cochlea, i.e., hair cells, and restores hearing to normal levels for speech comprehension, hearing, music perception, as well as other sounds in the environment and thereby assisting those who are deaf and/or mute to become a part of society. Are you looking for the best cochlear implant doctor in Ahmedabad? Dr. Neeraj Suri is one of the best cochlear implant surgeon in Ahmedabad.
Hearing aids can only amplify ambient sound. It is not able to bypass damage to the inner ear. Cochlear Implants substitute for the damaged hair cells in the cochlear. Therefore, even deaf people who don't benefit from hearing aids can return to hearing normally through Cochlear Implants.
Children and adults alike can benefit from a cochlear implant. Children born deaf in both ears due to many risk factors, or having extreme to profound hearing loss, and who don't get the benefit of hearing aids, are candidates for cochlear implants. Looking for the best cochlear implant in Ahmedabad? Our expert ENT doctor in Ahmedabad offer advanced hearing solutions with state-of-the-art technology and personalized care. Adults or children who had good hearing before but had completely lost hearing in both ears suddenly or gradually greatly benefit from cochlear implants because they've already developed language and speech earlier.
We aim to identify early and intervene promptly. Cochlear Implant surgery can safely be carried out from 6 months and up. When the child reaches a certain age at 5y and beyond, the results aren't as good as they could be. This is due to the brain part that is responsible for hearing loss losing its function due to a lack of use over time. When hearing loss is discovered in the child, it's essential to begin wearing hearing aids till the final decision of surgery is taken. Hearing aids transmit sound signals to the brain to maintain its functioning. In India, many reasons delay a choice to undergo surgery. The first is the acceptance of the family. There are also concerns about the security associated with best cochlear implant surgery in Ahmedabad due to they wait in anticipation for their child to develop. At a certain point even if we implant a child they are able to hear, but are unable to comprehend the meaning behind sounds in the environment. Therefore, the development of speech and language doesn't occur a proper way. She is one of the best cochlear implant surgeon in Ahmedabad.
A high rate of success is achievable when speech is normal and normal life for cochlear Implant recipients. Implants are completely safe and does not interact with the body.
Certain important aspects must be considered.
● The best results can be achieved if a patient has been implanted early
● The inner ear's structure must be normal.
● It is not clear if the child had hearing aids or not before the time the device was put
in place.
● The child's IQ
● The family is motivated to take part in AVT and rehabilitation
● The bilateral simultaneous implantation method has demonstrated positive results
● Cochlear Implant Surgeon's techniques and expertise
After the procedure, we wait for about 2 weeks until the wound heals. Then, the outer layer of the implant put to the ear and is connected to the inner portion with the aid of magnets. When the device is turned on the patient will hear instantly. For children who are born deaf, these sounds do not have any meaning. That is why there is the need for post-operative auditory therapy or speech therapy in which children are taught to comprehend the meaning behind these sounds, and gradually they learn to speak. While in older adults or children who have developed language and speech skills after the device has been activated they can be able to hear and comprehend the sounds. Even with minimal speech therapy they are able to speak with ease.
The device is sourced from Australia, Austria or USA. The most basic model is priced at 6 lakhs and could increase to 15 lakhs in higher-end models. Beyond that costs for surgery and the cost of medicine will be added to the cost. There are a variety of federal as well as state government and non-governmental schemes to help financially weaker segments. Although it's an expensive procedure, it is important to realize that it's an incredibly life- changing procedure for both adults and children, and a person who is deaf (or mute has hearing, and can join normal society.