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Im hearing impaired on my right ear but i can hear fine on my left . i've always wanted to kno what its like with my right ear. cn i get surgery? im 20

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Dr. Brian Struyk
Dr. Brian Struykanswered
Anesthesiology 22 years experience
Yes.: You may be a candidate for a bone anchored hearing aid device, like the ponto. Make an appointment with an audiologist to discusss the specifics of your hearing loss and your options. Good luck.
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