TYPES OF HEARING AIDS
Open Fit
- Worn behind the ear
- Sound conducted to the ear through a thin tube to an earbud in the canal
- Available with Memory Switch, Wax Traps and Sound Recovery
Full Shell (FS)
- Fits in the outer ear and extends into the ear canal
- Available with Memory Switch, Wax Traps and Retrieval Lines
- High Power Circuits available on certain models
In-The-Canal (ITC)
- Fits in the canal and the opening of the ear
- Available with Memory Switch, Wax Traps and Retrieval Line
- High Power Circuits available on certain models
Completely-In-Canal (CIC)
- Fits in the ear canal
- Minimal user adjustment controls
- Available with Memory Switch, Wax Traps and Retrieval Line
Behind-The-Ear (BTE)
- Worn behind the ear
- Sound conducted to the ear through a tube to a mold in the ear
- Available with Memory Switch, Volume Controls and Retrieval Lines
Which Hearing Aid is Right for You?
At the time of your hearing evaluation, a case history will be taken to determine the type of hearing problem that you have. Questions will also be asked about the onset of the hearing loss, presence of tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and dizziness.
Based on the results of the hearing test and the answers to these questions, our highly trained hearing experts may make a referral to a medical doctor for an examination and possible treatment. If the testing reveals a sensori-neural hearing loss, a hearing aid may be recommended for one or both ears.