It's a personal choice of course. I can tell you that I have two. I got my first one when I was 3 and my second (other ear) when I was in 8th grade. I was born profoundly deaf, but my cochlear implants allow me to function so well that most people cannot even tell I'm deaf. I get straight A's, will be going to college, and feel like I have pretty much all the options and advantages that my "hearing" friends do. I don't think I, personally, would be as successful as I am now if I didn't have my cochlear implants. They don't work for everyone, though -- you need to see a hearing professional to be evaluated, and it takes lots of time, patience, and practice to learn to "hear" with them.
45% of deaf people have cochlear implants.
As of 2002, it is estimated that over 35,000 individuals have received cochlear implants
No, there are currently no cochlear implants for dogs.
Hearing.
Cochlear Implant
Adam Kissiah
£30,000
It is performed in a hospital
A specialist in otolaryngology
Michael J. Ruckenstein has written: 'Cochlear implants and other implantable hearing devices' -- subject(s): Cochlear Implants, Cochlear Implantation, Auditory Brain Stem Implantation, Auditory Brain Stem Implants
Cochlear implants are not typically used to treat tinnitus, as they are primarily designed to improve hearing for individuals with severe hearing loss. While some individuals with cochlear implants have reported a reduction in tinnitus symptoms, the effectiveness of cochlear implants in treating tinnitus is not well-established. It is recommended to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice on managing tinnitus.
Yes there are hearing aids that work in conjuction with cochlear implants. The system is still under clinical research and has proven to be benificial.