Types of Hearing Aid Devices
A hearing aid is a small electronic device that is worn in or behind the ear. It is one of the many ear services we offer. The hearing aid is comprised of a microphone, an amplifier, a receiver or speaker, and a small microchip or computer chip. The microphones collect environmental sounds and transmit them to the…
New Hearing Aid Features
Time to Upgrade Your Hearing Aid? Hearing aid technology is rapidly advancing. If your hearing aids are more than a few years old, it may be time to consider an upgrade. Today’s products offer a unique and personalized experience to suit your lifestyle. What Are the Benefits of a New Hearing Aid? Improved Listening Capabilities Today’s…
Hearing Aid Accessories
Hearing aids aren’t just available in a wide range of sizes and styles; they can also accommodate a variety of accessories. Deciding which, if any, will benefit you can be tricky. You may want to speak with your audiologist to learn more about any particular product. Hearing Aid Accessory Options Some of the more popular…
Hearing Aid Batteries
Without batteries, your hearing aids would be unable to function. To keep your devices running as smoothly as possible without interruption, there are a few things to know about hearing aid batteries. We’ve put together some common questions and answers that should help you get the most from your hearing aid batteries. What Kinds of…
Missouri Humidity and Hearing Aids – Part 2
By Heather Meyer Unless you want to move, what can a hearing aid wearer do to maintain hearing aids in the humid climate of Missouri? 1. Protect the aids from situations where moisture is likely to be present: If possible, avoid wearing the hearing aid in wet, humid or steamy conditions or during strenuous exercise….
What To Expect When Your Child Needs Hearing Aids
For children, the device generally consists of two parts: the hearing aid and the ear mold. The hearing aid contains all of the electronic parts (i.e. the microphone, amplifier, receiver, battery compartment). It generally has an earhook attached, which sits over the top of the ear and the hearing aid sits behind the ear. The…
Can I Wear My Hearing Aids In The Rain?
Can I wear my hearing aids in the rain? This question is asked at almost every hearing aid fitting, especially as we start talking about how harmful moisture can be to hearing aids. Hearing aids are electronic devices and can certainly be damaged when moisture gets inside the case where the electronics are housed. Fortunately,…
Missouri Humidity and Hearing Aids – Part 1
We have already talked a little about how rain or dampness can affect the performance of hearing aids, but what about other sources of moisture? And why might a hearing aid have problems with moisture in the middle of February as well as in the middle of August? First a little lesson on the climate…
Do I Need Two Hearing Aids?
“DO I NEED TWO HEARING AIDS OR CAN I WEAR JUST ONE?” Many of our patients ask me this question when it’s time to discuss the purchase of a hearing aid. Some are asking because of the financial aspect of paying for two hearing aids; others ask just because they don’t like the thought of wearing…
Airport Security and Hearing Aids
Airport Security and Hearing Aids Many people question if it is safe to go through the scanners at the security checkpoints with their hearing aids. According to the TSA website, it is not necessary to remove your hearing aids, but you should inform the security officers that you have them. It is actually better to…