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FAQs

Answers to your hearing health questions.

Hearing Health FAQ

Tinnitus is any sound that originates in the head. It is most often a ringing sound, but can be a hissing, a rushing, or even sound like cicadas. Tinnitus can be heard in one or both ears and can range in severity. Tinnitus can be caused by noise exposure, hearing loss, or even some medications. Although there is no known cure for tinnitus, there are ways that we can reduce its impact on your life.

Unfortunately, hearing loss cannot be reversed. Although, with hearing aids you will be able to hear sounds you’ve been missing and you will be able to communicate with your loved ones. Hearing aids are a great way to get the most out of your hearing and to prevent any decline in your cognitive abilities.

Hearing loss affects individuals of all ages. Approximately 48 million Americans have some degree of hearing loss. Even children can be hearing impaired. In fact, 2-3 out of every 1000 children in the U.S. are born with hearing loss. If you have hearing loss, regardless of age, hearing aids can help improve communication with friends and family.

Hearing aids are durable mini computers designed to help you hear in complex environments. Typically, hearing aids will last 5-7 years when they are properly cared for. However, many of the major manufactures release new hearing technology every 3-5 years. For this reason, many of our patients like to upgrade their hearing aids more frequently to take advantage of the new technology.

A t-coil is a small induction coil which is placed inside a hearing aid. When activated, the t-coil allows for a connection between the hearing aid and an assistive listening device or system. Most of the hearing aids we have available have the option to have a t-coil in them, but it must be part of the hearing aids when they are first ordered. The t-coil cannot be added later. 

There are several possible causes that can make the ears feel clogged. These can include allergies, ear infections, or too much ear wax. Contact your primary care provider if you have a significant plugged up sensation in your ears.