If you were recently diagnosed with hearing loss, your Audiologist most likely recommended a hearing aid or cochlear implant; depending on the degree of loss. Treating your hearing loss with hearing aids is one of the best ways to improve your hearing. Hearing aids are programmed based on your hearing test results. If your hearing loss changes, then the hearing aids can be reprogrammed.
Whether it’s a loud concert, sporting event, shooting guns, or industrial noise, wearing hearing protection is essential avoid noise-induced hearing loss. There are several types of hearing protection, depending on the environment or activity. Some can be purchased over the counter possibly at your local drug store while custom products need ear mold impressions. Ear mold impressions are completed by your Audiologist to create a custom earplug based off the shape of your ear canal. The earmold impressions are then shipped out to the desired company to be created.
When the most common nerve type hearing loss occurs, it cannot be restored. That is why preserving it with hearing protection when necessary is key. Prescription hearing aids treat hearing loss but do not bring hearing back. If you are interested in purchasing hearing aids, contact Gardner Audiology at (800)-277 -1182 or email info@gardneraudiology.com to set up an appointment at any of our 9 locations today. All of the Gardner Audiologists and their teams are elated to begin your journey to better hearing!
