How long is the incision or cochlear implant scar?

Inserting a cochlear implant requires an incision behind the ear. It is not long! Our incision is just under 2 inches. It is directly behind the ear and rarely goes up into the hairline. We almost never shave hair. Sutures (stitches) are absorbable and fall off on their own.

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What does music sound like with a cochlear implant?

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What is a Bilateral Cochlear Implant?

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Are you a single or dual processor clinic?

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Will I lose my residual hearing after cochlear implant surgery?

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When does the robotic sound of a cochlear implant go away?

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Why shouldn't I wait for better cochlear implant technology?

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