Cochlear Implants

Cochlear Implants in Chattanooga, TN: A Life Changing Solution for Hearing Loss

Cochlear implants are often a next solution for our patients, when their hearing aids are not providing enough assistance. Many people start by wearing two hearing aids. However, as hearing loss progresses, you may need something more. To improve your hearing performance and help you understand more clearly, you may need to consider a solution that helps you hear your best with both ears. For many, a cochlear implant in one ear and a hearing aid in the other can provide a richer more natural hearing experience. This combination is referred to as bimodal hearing.

As a member of the Cochlear Provider Network, we work with local surgeons to assess and treat those who may be candidates for a hearing implant. At 4 Bridges Audiology, we conduct candidacy evaluations to determine if an implant might be right for you. We also support recipients of cochlear implants by meeting their needs for initial activation, programming, troubleshooting, upgrades, and even equipment orientation.

Signs that hearing aids may not be providing enough benefit

It may be time to consider a cochlear implant if, even with hearing aids, you:

• Have difficulty hearing conversations, especially with background noise?

• Often ask people to repeat themselves?

• Often misunderstand what people say?

• Have trouble hearing on the telephone?

• Turn up the volume on the TV louder than others in the room prefer?

• Feel people often mumble when they talk?

• Struggle to hear sounds of nature such as birds chirping or rain falling?

• Find yourself agreeing, smiling or nodding during conversations when you’re not sure what’s been said?

• Regularly withdraw from conversations because it’s too difficult to hear?

• Read lips to understand what people are saying?

If these situations feel familiar, a cochlear implant evaluation could help you take the next step.

How Do Cochlear Implants Work?

Expert Hearing Care Every Step of the Way

As a member of the Cochlear Provider Network, 4 Bridges Audiology works closely with local surgeons to guide patients through the entire cochlear implant process.

Our services include:

Candidacy evaluations – determining if a cochlear implant is right for you
Referrals and coordination with local surgeons for implantation
Initial activation and programming of the device
Ongoing adjustments & troubleshooting to fine-tune performance
Upgrades and equipment orientation to keep your technology up-to-date

We don’t just help you receive an implant — we support you long-term so you can make the most of your new hearing experience.

Cochlear Implant Brands We Work With

At 4 Bridges Audiology, we fit and support all major cochlear implant manufacturers, including Advanced Bionics, Cochlear, and Med-El. The choice of device often depends on your individual needs, your surgeon’s preferences, and a collaborative decision between you, your audiologist, and your surgical team. We’ll be with you every step of the way to ensure the best possible outcome.

Take the Next Step Toward Better Hearing

If you’re finding that hearing aids no longer provide enough benefit, a cochlear implant may change your life. Call our office today to schedule an evaluation and discover if you’re a candidate.