A Healthy Brain: The Gift of Expert Hearing Care Think of human health as a large spiderweb — a vast labyrinth of interconnected systems with profound implications for overall well-being. One connection has drawn increased attention in recent years: The...
The Importance of Regular Hearing Checkups
If your hearing was slightly worse today than it was yesterday — how long would it take for you to notice? Some people don’t consider below-average hearing to be a problem, but more and more studies are showing that untreated...
The Importance of Dedicated Hearing Care
The real differences between audiology and over-the-counter solutions Now that more people are becoming aware of how prevalent hearing loss is, technological solutions are multiplying. Last July, U.S. President Joe Biden signed an executive order allowing hearing aids to be...
Why do you think some people receive better benefit from their hearing aids than others do?
Question: Why do you think some people receive better benefit from their hearing aids than others do? Answer: Improving hearing ability involves more than just a hearing aid. Many things contribute. For example, programming the hearing aids is a skill...
Why Do I Need a Hearing Aid Fitting Appointment?
Q: What can I expect at my hearing aid fitting? A: Hearing aids are wonderful, sophisticated devices. But better hearing is a journey, not a transaction. That’s why we bring you into the office and spend some time with...
My father says he is getting his hearing aids cleaned and adjusted, but when I am with him, I cannot see that he is hearing any better. What do we do?
Question: My father says he is getting his hearing aids cleaned and adjusted, but when I am with him, I cannot see that he is hearing any better. What do we do? Answer: Try attending an appointment with your father...
My mother had hearing loss, and I understand the importance of treating it early. Since it runs in my family, what signs should I watch for?
Question: My mother had hearing loss, and I understand the importance of treating it early. Since it runs in my family, what signs should I watch for? Answer: Hearing loss is usually gradual. Therefore, it is easy to be unaware...
Which is better the rechargeable battery hearing aids or disposable batteries?
Question: Which is better the rechargeable battery hearing aids or disposable batteries? Answer: They both have great performance, and there are advantages to each. The rechargeable battery hearing aids are easy to store at night. With no off/on function, simply...
My wife wears hearing aids and still doesn’t always understand me. Should she be hearing better?
Question: My wife wears hearing aids and still doesn’t always understand me when I’m down the hall talking to her. Should she be hearing better? Answer: Unlike glasses which can correct vision back to 20/20, hearing aids cannot restore “20/20”...
How much will a pair of hearing aids cost?
Question: The question everyone wants to know is how much will a pair of hearing aids cost? Answer: I wish I could give you a quick answer. First, think of your lifestyle and activity level. Then, consider that not all...