It takes on average 7 years from when a person notices an issue with their hearing to when they may actually try hearing devices. The interesting thing is that not all practices are the same on how they fit hearing aids. Even though there are guidelines for best practices in fitting hearing devices, according to…
Reason 1: Your ears Your ears can produce some interesting things with the most notable being wax. Wax build up is one of the most common reasons for hearing aids to stop functioning. This is why it is so important to see your audiologist at a minimum twice a year. Reason 2: Hearing aids need…
The technology of hearing devices has changed significantly in recent years. Patients often wonder what the differences are between older technology and new technology. This blog will outline some of the new and exciting changes that are happening with current hearing devices. Bluetooth capabilities: One of the new features of most hearing devices is that…
1. What type of hearing devices do you recommend for my hearing loss? The best hearing devices for you are determined by a number of factors. Most importantly, your hearing configuration, your lifestyle and hearing needs, and you personal preferences. Talk to your provider about the difficulties you experience and what options and features are…
There are mainly two different types of providers that patients encounter when pursuing hearing devices: Audiologists and Hearing aid dispensers. It is important to be informed with what exactly the difference is between the two. An Audiologist is required to have a Doctorate in Audiology (Au.D) from an accredited college or university, which is a…
What are some of your favorite sounds? Our lives are filled with sounds that can transport us to a time or place with meaning. Although not all sounds are pleasant, they do evoke an emotional response. What researchers wanted to know, is whether or not people with hearing loss have the same emotional responses to…
Many people don’t know that there is a machine out there that can measure your inner ear hair cells. Most importantly your outer hair cells (OHC) in the inner ear known as your cochlear amplifiers. These are the hair cells that help with clarity and very soft sounds, which are usually the first to become…
I’m sure many of you have heard horror stories about friends getting hearing devices and pretty quickly saying they don’t work so they eventually put them in a drawer. Hearing stories like this always make me cringe. A great way to greatly reduce this issue is to follow recommended best practices in hearing device fittings.…
Over the past 10 years there have been significant changes in the types and styles of hearing devices, most notably with the behind the ear style that now 70% of patients prefer to wear. Before then a custom style was usually what patients would get, but issues with hearing their own voice and comfort were…
Hearing aids are a significant investment, so it’s good practice to learn how to clean and maintain them at home. These sophisticated, tiny marvels of technology operate in conditions that are far from ideal: the inside of your ear canals where they are subjected to earwax and moisture. Regular cleaning you can do yourself combined…