Osia vs. traditional hearing aids What is the difference? Let’s break it down. Traditional hearing aids Osia implant system Amplifies sound through the ear canal Sends sound through bone directly to the inner ear Best for mild-to-moderate hearing loss Best for conductive/mixed hearing loss or single-sided deafness Worn inside or behind the ear Implanted under the skin (magnetic sound processor is external) Can distort sound if the ear canal is blocked No canal blockage—great for chronic ear issues audiologist. ENT surgeons handle the medical evaluation and perform the implant surgery. The audiologist then takes the lead for device programming, activation and long-term hearing support. Together, these experts ensure that every step is coordinated, safe and personalized. Their combined expertise means better outcomes and a smoother path to better hearing. The future of hearing is here If you’ve tried traditional hearing aids and still struggle to understand conversations, you’re not alone. For some people, the problem isn’t volume—it’s how sounds travel to your inner ear. The Osia implant system works differently. Instead of amplifying sound through your ear canal like a traditional hearing aid, Osia uses gentle bone conduction to send sound directly to your inner ear, bypassing damage or blockages in other parts of your ear. This direct connection means clearer, more natural hearing, even in noisy settings. Osia is ideal for people with: • Single-sided deafness (hearing loss in one ear). • Conductive hearing loss caused by problems in the outer or middle ear. • Mixed hearing loss for which a hearing aid just doesn’t give enough clarity. The implant sits comfortably under your skin, and a slim external processor connects to it magnetically. You can still wear your glasses, style your hair as usual and possibly even forget you have a hearing device. A team approach to better hearing Placing an Osia implant is a team effort between our ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialists and our OSIA: 10 FAITH REGIONAL Health Services
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