What happens if my hearing aid gets wet?

What happens if my hearing aid gets wet?

Moisture is the hearing aid’s enemy. The good news is that newer, prescriptive hearing aids are moisture resistant. Rigorous steps are taken in the manufacturing process to assure that a bit of moisture won’t stop your hearing aids from running right....
Take Care of Your Ears

Take Care of Your Ears

You take care of your eyes and teeth. Do you take care of your ears? Most of us visit an Optometrist and Dentist on a regular basis for preventive care. Most people don’t see an Audiologist until there’s a problem. And sometimes it is too late. Hearing...
Can I sleep with my hearing aids?

Can I sleep with my hearing aids?

Can I sleep with my hearing aids? We get this question often, especially from those with severe hearing loss and folks who live alone. It’s best practice to remove your hearing aids at night to give your ears a break. Ears, like feet, need to breathe. When...
Hearing Screening vs Hearing Test

Hearing Screening vs Hearing Test

We frequently see patients who have questions about hearing screenings. They want to know what  makes a hearing test different from a hearing screening. A screening is typically free of charge. An  evaluation most often comes with a cost.  A screening...