When should I upgrade my hearing aids? This is a frequent question we hear from our patients, and the answer demands some thought. Although hearing aids traditionally have a life-span of 3-7 years, there are a few cases in which… Read More
When should I upgrade my hearing aids? This is a frequent question we hear from our patients, and the answer demands some thought. Although hearing aids traditionally have a life-span of 3-7 years, there are a few cases in which… Read More
When it’s time to buy a car, the majority of us know exactly what to do. We carry out some research, evaluate options, and compile a list of questions to ask the dealership. We do this so that by the… Read More
You’ve probably been told that today’s hearing aids are “not your father’s hearing aids,” or that hearing aid technology is light-years ahead of where it used to be, even as recently as 5 to 10 years ago. But what makes… Read More
With several technologies available to hearing impaired people, electric cochlear implants go beyond the traditional hearing aid to offer something superior to those with profound hearing loss. It’s true that hearing aids are the most common and popular option for… Read More
Hearing loops are one of the fastest growing technologies when it comes to hearing impairment. Now, with the simple installation of one of these hearing loops, people with hearing loss can make new use of their hearing device to have… Read More
The selection and purchase of a first hearing aid can be an overwhelming task for anyone. When Consumer Reports did a comparative report on hearing aids, they followed consumers for six months as they tried to figure out which one… Read More
Shopping for hearing aids will expose you to a variety of designs, including receiver-in-canal (RIC). The RIC hearing aid shares many benefits with behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aid while possessing some distinctive advantages particular to the receiver in canal. This short… Read More
When shopping for a hearing aid a loved one or for yourself you’ll encounter a range of designs and shapes, and one of the most common is In-the-Ear (ITE). These tiny devices are made to fit in the lower portion… Read More
From a crowded restaurant to a busy sidewalk, you can encounter overwhelming amounts of noise almost anywhere. For the hearing aid users, the problem of background noise can be immense. It’s a big challenge to differentiate one sound from the… Read More
Completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aids are the smallest of all the hearing aid options. They are suitable for people with mild to moderately-severe cases of hearing loss and are distinct from other alternatives because they are custom fitted to the inside… Read More