Degree of hearing loss

Some models work best for mild hearing loss, while others are designed for more severe hearing loss. We will always use your unique pattern of hearing loss to guide us toward a solution that works best for you.

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Dexterity

It’s vital to consider how comfortable you will be removing and inserting your hearing aids. The most important aspect of wearing hearing aids is actually wearing them. If you find them difficult to use, the odds that you’ll continue to wear them will fall dramatically. For this reason, if dexterity is an issue for you, we’ll always keep that front of mind so that you’re comfortable using your investment.

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Lifestyle

What are the listening scenarios that need to be enhanced in your life? If a subtle pair to wear at the office to improve your confidence in team meetings is your primary goal, we’ll source hearing aids that fit that bill. If you’re an avid hiker and need a pair that can withstand wind, sleet, rain, and snow, we’ll make sure that water-resistant is at the top of the list.

With greater technology comes smarter hearing aids that can react to complicated listening environments, like group events, concerts, and parties. If those aren’t situations you care about, then there’s no sense in investing the money in a high-tech model.

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Comfort with new technology

Some people not only want the latest technologies, but they also thrive on them. These early adopters would upgrade to the latest hearing aid model each year.

Still others among us are comfortable with what they already know and would keep the same hearing aids for decades if their hearing loss levels permit them.

We know that everyone has different approaches to technology and we seek to find the balance between the enhancements and options you need, your budget, and your personal level of comfort with technology.

Our first job is listening to you and your needs so that we can make ideal recommendations that dramatically enhance your listening life.

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This style of hearing aid is the most discreet and is practically invisible when worn. The IIC type is completely hidden from sight and is placed deep inside the ear canal, further than all other types of in-the-ear devices. Because of their deep placement, one must tug on a thin, transparent wire to take them out. As power output and features are limited by their smaller size, IICs are typically best suited for those with minor to moderate hearing loss. Additionally, their minuscule batteries have very short lifespans and must be replaced more often than all other devices.

These hearing aids are slightly bigger than IICs and have a bit more visibility, though relatively still invisible. They require ear impressions as the device is secured within a remote system that is designed to conform to the exact dimensions of your auditory cavity. Like IICs, they are removed by tugging on a clear, handled wire and offer the most benefits to those with milder forms of hearing impairment. Both CICs and IICs may be problematic for people with poor manual dexterity, as their tiny proportions make them more difficult to handle.

ITE hearing aids are the most visible type of internally situated devices and are designed to fit into the curved, bowl-like space just beyond the entrance of your ear canal. They come in full or half-shell variants and can be as effective in treating severe hearing loss as they can in milder forms. ITEs are easiest to handle due to their larger size and offer excellent battery life while allowing a respectable number of extra features.

ITC devices are larger than both CICs and IICs, and are the most visible of the three. They are placed into the ear canal, with the exterior face of the device completely covering the opening. ITCs also require custom molds of the ear to ensure a snug, precise fit, which enhances sound quality and comfort. Due to their larger size, these devices are more powerful and are able to host more features effectively, making them suitable for treating more severe levels of hearing loss. Furthermore, their larger batteries offer extended longevity compared to IICs and CICs.

Receiver-In-Canal (RIC)

RICs are one of the most widely selected types of hearing aids on the market today, and they come with many of the latest high-tech features and options while providing the least sound distortion. The main body of the device is placed behind the ear with a thin clear wire running over the earlobe that attaches to a dome unit. This dome houses the hearing aid speaker and fits into the opening of the ear canal. Sound is digitally processed by the receiver within the body of the device and sends the signals to the dome to be emitted by the speaker into the ear canal. RICs are very cheap and convenient to repair, as their detachable components can be replaced separately.

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Over-the-Counter

While OTC devices require you to self-fit, we are here to help. At Audiology Always, we encourage those who seek OTC hearing aids to first schedule a hearing test to accurately determine their hearing abilities. Hearing aids are only beneficial if they correctly address your hearing needs. We’re here to help! Schedule an exam today.

If you have OTC hearing aids that you have purchased and need assistance whether with operation or programming, give us a call.

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