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Chain Stores vs. The Audiologist
At our office we provide hearing care to our patients, not just hearing aids.
Hearing aids should not be devices that are purchased off the shelf, nor is hearing care something you purchase at a store. Remember that the care, assistance, service, instruction, and maintenance go hand-in-hand with the purchase of hearing aids.
Chain Stores
Chain stores are a convenient place to solve many of our problems. You can purchase everything from a box of cereal to a new TV—all in one building.
With convenience being a top priority, it’s not hard to see why some people turn to chain stores for their hearing aids. But while it may be quick and easy, there are many reasons you shouldn’t buy your hearing aids at the same place you buy your groceries.
Before you throw a pair in your cart, consider what you’re missing when you buy hearing aids from a chain store.
An Audiologist
Tips on Hearing Aids
- Keep your hearing aids free from moisture. If they get wet, dry them off immediately. If you live in a humid area, we recommend that you store them in a hearing aid dehumidifier when not in use.
- Opening the battery door of your devices when not in use can increase the battery life and save you money.
- Taking a soft toothbrush to the receiver can help remove earwax and keep the device functioning properly.
- You should bring your hearing devices in for regular cleanings and adjustments.
- Wearing new hearing aids frequently, even when by yourself, can help you get used to them.
- When speaking to someone with hearing aids, try to stand directly in front of them and face them. It will make it much easier for them to understand the conversation.
- Offering to attend a hearing healthcare appointment with someone can be the support they need to confront their hearing loss confidently.
- Someone with hearing aids may find it easier to have a conversation in a well-lit room, since it allows them to see your lips while speaking.
- Turning down the TV or eliminating background noise can help a hearing aid wearer understand a conversation better.
- Rephrasing a sentence, rather than repeating it, can often improve a person’s comprehension.
Hearing Myths
It’s a common misconception that hearing aids are big bulky devices that everyone can see. In fact, hearing aids are now sleek, small, and comfortable. Because of their discreet design, people hardly ever notice someone is wearing them.
The amount of hearing devices that are available now is staggering. There are hearing devices being made for nearly all forms of hearing loss. At Audiology Associates, we’re able to determine the type of hearing loss a patient has and fit them with the device that will best treat it.
Hearing devices shouldn’t be viewed as just another piece of technology. They’re an investment in a better quality of life. Hearing devices range in price depending on the style, technology, and features included. There are a variety of financing and payment options available so that hearing devices can be affordable on any budget.
One of the most common signs of hearing loss is a difficulty understanding conversations. If you find yourself constantly asking people to repeat themselves or to talk louder, you may have some form of hearing loss. We recommend scheduling routine hearing screenings to get the facts about your hearing health.
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