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Will a hearing aid restore my hearing to normal?
What is the “best” hearing aid on the market?
The simplest answer to this question is: The one that fits, feels, and works best for you. There are a variety of factors we’ll discuss that help determine the exact model and programming that works best. In the end, you’ll have a hearing device that’s been created just for you to address your specific needs. Some of the factors determining which hearing aid is right for you include your type of hearing loss, your lifestyle, comfort level, and price.
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What happens if my hearing aid malfunctions while I am travelling?
What different types of hearing aid features are available? And how do I know what is best for me?
Advances in digital technology make modern hearing aids work better, adapt faster, and feel more comfortable than ever before. They’re like mini–computers performing thousands of calculations a second. The new features include automatic feedback suppression, background noise reduction, and remote controls to name a few. The amount of features your hearing aid has depends on your needs and personal choice. We’ll help you choose which suits you best.
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Is there a hearing aid that can eliminate background noise?
How often should I have my hearing tested?
How long does it take to adjust to new hearing aids?
It can take several weeks to completely adjust to your new hearing aids. Hearing tends to deteriorate gradually over time, so when sounds are reintroduced to the brain quickly, it can be a bit disorienting at first. This adjustment period is essential to get the maximum benefit from your hearing aids, and that is why Bay Audiology offers a 60-day money back guarantee and an initial guide to help you adapt to your new hearing aids.
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How long do hearing aid batteries last?
This depends – the harder your hearing aid has to work to process the sound, the more power it will require. Anything from a couple of days to a week would be expected. If it is less than this, then let us know as your hearing aid may need to be repaired. Your clinician will let you know the average battery drain time for your type of batteries and hearing aids.
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How do I know what size hearing aid I need?
Selection of hearing aid size depends upon your personal preference, your ear canal size, and your level of hearing loss. The smallest hearing aid is a custom device which can fit in the ear canal and can be removed by pulling a small, nearly invisible cord. At around 2 – 2.5cm in size the Receiver-In-Canal (RIC) is a small housing unit that sits behind the ear. Finally, the Behind-The-Hear (BTE) is approximately 3cm in size and sits neatly behind the ear.
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