Are Cochlear Implants Right for You?
If your inner ear is not functioning correctly or has suffered extensive damage, AB’s cochlear
implant system may be a much more effective alternative to hearing aids that only amplify
sound. Cochlear implants bypass the inner ear and send sound directly to the hearing nerve
where it’s heard, even if your inner ear is damaged.
Imagine the hearing experience you could enjoy with a cochlear implant system from AB like
easily following conversations in noisy settings, talking on the phone, and hearing the details
that make the world of sound so rich, from a bird’s song to a loved one’s voice.
Are Cochlear Implants Right for Your Child?
Cochlear implants are often a better alternative for children one year of age or older who have
profound hearing loss and are not receiving enough benefit from conventional hearing aids.
Children need to hear the words, inflections, and patterns essential for developing strong
speech skills. Because AB’s cochlear implant system allows many children to hear better in the
classroom5, implanted children have the same opportunity for academic success as their
normal-hearing peers.
