Bone anchored hearing aids (BAHA) are the only implanted solution that utilize direct bone conduction for patients with hearing loss attributed to middle ear disease.
Unlike traditional hearing aids, BAHAs do not require placement on the ear, making them particularly suitable for individuals with congenital anomalies in their outer ear structures, such as malformed or undeveloped pinnae or ear canals. They have also been successfully implanted for those with unilateral sensorineural hearing loss, significantly improving hearing from the affected side.
The BAHA implantation procedure is done under general anesthesia and involves minimal discomfort. A titanium fixture is placed in the skull behind the ear. After about one month, once integrated with the bone, the patient is fitted with a processor that conducts sound at the implant site. This processor uses bone conduction to transfer sound to the cochlea, vibrating the fixture and surrounding bones, allowing the cochlea to convert these vibrations into electrical impulses that the brain interprets as sound.
If you are interested in learning more about these devices and if you are a candidate schedule an appointment with us. We’ll review your medical history and recommend the best hearing solutions for your needs.
