My Ears Are Ringing

My Ears Are Ringing

Have you ever experienced ringing in your ears? My mother used to say it was because someone was talking about me! You may be surprised to know that tinnitus, or ear noises, can take forms other than a high-pitched sound. Tinnitus can present as buzzing, whooshing,...
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....
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...