What are things that could throw off the results of a hearing test?
If you have had a cold or ear infection recently, or been exposed to loud noises within 16 hours before your test, these could affect the results.
How long does a first appointment with an audiologist usually take?
The first appointment may be from 45 to 90 minutes.
What is conductive hearing loss?
Conductive hearing loss happens when vibrations are not transmitted into the inner ear. There are a number of causes for this, including obstructions in the ear canal, damage to the ear drum, or damage to the hearing bones.
What is sensorineural hearing loss?
Sensorineural hearing loss occurs when vibrations are being transmitted to the inner ear, but but being recognized as sound. This most often results from problems with the sensory cells, or more rarely the nervous system or the brain, itself.
How expensive are hearing aids?
Hearing aids from our clinic are priced from $450 to $3100 each. The price typically includes the professional services of fitting the hearing aid(s) and follow-up visits, and may or may not include a longer term service program.
You can see a list of the brands we most commonly recommend here.
Will hearing aids look bad?
Modern hearing aids are a lot more discreet than those in the past! There are a range of styles, from behind the ear to fully in the ear canal models. Your audiologist should be happy to work with you to find a model that meets both your needs and style.
What are the things that most commonly damage hearing?
Noise and some ototoxic drugs (fo cancer and major infections) are common causes of damage to the ear. Most people experience what is referred to as age-related hearing loss, although the primary determinant in who will experience hearing loss is heredity. Most people will experience damaging conditions in their lives, but your genetics determine how often and to what extent your body can repair itself. That said, your overall health also factors into your body’s ability to adapt and heal. For most people, hearing loss is the result of a lifetime of experiences combined with their genetic blueprint.