{"id":3075,"date":"2023-07-14T15:06:26","date_gmt":"2023-07-14T19:06:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/augustaent.com\/?p=3075"},"modified":"2023-07-14T15:06:27","modified_gmt":"2023-07-14T19:06:27","slug":"what-should-you-expect-from-ear-tube-placement-surgery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/augustaent.com\/what-should-you-expect-from-ear-tube-placement-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"What Should You Expect From Ear Tube Placement Surgery?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Ear infections can be painful, cause trouble sleeping, result in fussiness and more. After colds, they are the most common pediatric complaint. Finding ways to manage and reduce recurrent ear infections can be beneficial to your child\u2019s overall well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ear tube surgery<\/a> is one of the most common ambulatory surgeries for children under 15 and can be an effective treatment for ear infections. A study on the procedure and effectiveness of the surgery found that the tubes greatly improved quality of life, reduced the prevalence of ear infections by 33% and improved the average hearing by 5 to 12 decibels<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let\u2019s take a closer look at ear tube surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow Do Ear Tubes Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n