Cochlear implant surgery is generally a safe and well-tolerated procedure when performed by expert surgeons in fully equipped healthcare facilities. However, as with any surgical intervention, certain risks can rarely occur. These potential risks are typically mild and may include: bleeding, swelling, infection at the implant site, tinnitus (ringing in the ear), numbness around the ear, dizziness, altered taste, and dry mouth. When performed by non-specialists or under inappropriate conditions, the risk of more serious complications such as facial nerve injury, cerebrospinal fluid leakage, and meningitis increases. Furthermore, additional risks may arise depending on the patient's general health status and medical history.