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Sometimes, hearing aids are not the best option for people with hearing loss, and bone-anchored hearing systems are suggested as a more suitable option. Yet, many people aren’t aware of what they are and how they work.  The Ponto System from Oticon Medical, seen here, is a bone-anchored hearing system that fits behind the ear. Photo courtesy Oticon Medical. Unlike […]

Hearing aids are a significant investment, so it’s good practice to learn how to clean and maintain them at home. Unlike most electronics, hearing aids have to operate in conditions that are far from ideal: the inside of your ear canals where they are subjected to earwax and moisture. Regular cleaning you can do yourself […]

If hearing aids are recommended after your hearing is tested, your hearing care professional will work with you to find the right hearing aids for you. That selection process, called a hearing aid fitting, starts with an assessment of your needs and ends with follow-up visits after the customized programming of your devices. Assessment of […]

Hearing loss doesn’t just affect our ears. Much evidence links it to other, sometimes more frightening health issues like falling and dementia. If your adult children are pushing you to get your hearing checked, they’ve got science on their side. Social isolation is the most obvious danger. “Hearing loss can give observers the impression that […]

When you’re ready to purchase hearing aids, you don’t want to waste time finding out if you qualify for monetary assistance. Based on the way most people are provided with financial support, we have put together a prioritized list below to help uncover your options. Does health insurance cover hearing aids? Hearing aids are generally not […]

Unfortunately, when it comes to vision, dental and hearing care, traditional Medicare doesn’t offer much coverage for older adults. Check with your plan provider to see what kind of hearing coverage you have, if any. If you have supplemental insurance, however, it may pay for some or all of these services, depending on your plan.  […]

For the millions of Americans who have hearing loss, hearing aids are usually the best option to help correct untreated hearing loss and resume a high quality of life. Many types and styles are available to suit every preference and lifestyle. What is a hearing aid? A typical behind-the-ear hearing aid. This  model is the Oticon Opn. […]

There’s no way around it–hearing aid prices are high. They can range from just shy of $1,000 on up to more than $6,000 for each device, depending on the level of technology. Most people with hearing loss need two hearing aids, and most insurance providers do not cover the cost. The high price tag is often […]

Hearing aids are tiny marvels of technology. Despite their small size, they contain a lot of sophisticated parts and perform many advanced functions every second. If you suspect your hearing aids need to be repaired, try these steps before calling your hearing healthcare professional. Troubleshoot common hearing aid issues This detailed troubleshooting guide can help. It also may be […]