It’s Music to My Ears

It’s Music to My Ears

Now more than ever, it’s important to focus on maintaining good health. Adding music to your  life is one way to lessen everyday worries. Did you know that playing an instrument, listening to  music, and singing can have positive health benefits?...
Listening vs Hearing

Listening vs Hearing

We hear with our ears, but how we understand happens at the level of the brain. Research hasproven that hearing loss causes changes to the brain. And not in a good way. As an Audiologist,maintaining normal brain function is the most important reason to treat the...
Wax Removal. Can I Do It Myself?

Wax Removal. Can I Do It Myself?

Ear wax, otherwise known as cerumen, is naturally produced for three reasons. First is to lubricateĀ  the delicate tissue in the ear canal from drying out. Second is to protect from foreign bodies andĀ  infection. Lastly, wax protects your eardrum from outside...
Mental health and Hearing

Mental health and Hearing

We don’t often consider the impact that hearing loss has on our mental health.There is research that explores how relationships and self-confidence can benegatively affected by hearing loss. Untreated hearing loss can result in anxiety and feelings of...
Connecting With Your Audiologist

Connecting With Your Audiologist

As we shelter in place, there are challenges to get even the simplest tasks done. The one thing to  remember is that if you need help with your hearing aids, call your Audiologist. Even though we  are not physically in the office, most issues can be resolved...