Ear – Prof. Michael Timms

In this section you will find useful information on some common conditions affecting the ears including, hearing and deafness, ear infections and ear related surgeries.

Prominent Ear Surgery

Most prominent ears lack a normal fold of cartilage. Sometimes other parts may be affected, and one ear may be worse than … READ MORE

Hearing & Deafness

Hearing loss can affect people of any age. One in six adults have some degree of hearing loss, which increase to three in four … READ MORE

Ear Infections

The three most common types of ear infections are otitis media (infection of the middle ear), otitis interna (also known as an inner ear … READ MORE

Middle Ear Reconstructive Surgery

The ear is made up of three basic parts: the outer ear, the middle ear, and the inner ear. The middle ear is an air-filled cavity … READ MORE

Cochlear Implants

A cochlear implant is a small, complex electronic device that can help to provide a sense of sound to a person who is profoundly deaf … READ MORE

Bone Anchored Hearing Aids

A bone-anchored hearing aid is a type of hearing aid based on bone conduction. It is primarily suited for people who have … READ MORE