Hearing Aids

Whether you are buying hearing aids for the first time or thinking about switching hearing aid styles, Sounds Good Audiology Services is the best place for you to explore the latest hearing aids on the market. At Sounds Good Audiology Services, we are always on-hand to help you find the hearing aid device that best suits your needs and lifestyle. It may also be helpful to get some background on the styles of hearing aids that are available to you and consider the pros and cons of each.

Hearing aids are equipped with a number of features and various technologies to make sounds accessible to you. They make softer sounds easier to hear and will help you to catch sound frequencies that you may find difficult to hear on your own. Making a decision to get new hearing aids or to update the ones you currently use will go a long way to improving your quality of life.

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Types of Hearing Aids

Hearing aids come in various styles and shapes, and they are categorized by the way they are worn. Issues of fit, placement, technology level, and power are very important to consider as you begin the search for the perfect hearing aid. Some hearing aids are small and discreet, designed to treat milder degrees of hearing loss. On the other hand, larger hearing aids are designed to treat more severe forms of hearing loss, as they require more power to function properly.

Invisible-in-Canal (IIC) and Completely-in-Canal (CIC) Hearing Aids

IIC hearing aids are typically quite small and are designed to fit perfectly inside of your ear canal, rendering them invisible. They can be customized to match your skin tone, making them overall very discreet devices. IIC hearing aids are great for people with mild or moderate hearing loss, and for people who want an invisible option. They are also great for people who have experience with hearing aids. Their small size can be difficult for people who are unfamiliar with hearing aids to insert and remove. Some IIC models require a hearing health professional to insert and remove. Like IIC hearing aids, CIC hearing aids are worn in the ear canal. Slightly larger than IIC versions, CIC hearing aids are not entirely invisible and offer greater battery power. Many CIC models are available with buttons that allow you to control volume and to save settings for spaces that you frequently return to, allowing you to easily adjust your device to control for the unique sound environments you are in.

In-the-Ear (ITE) Hearing Aids

In-the-ear hearing aids are worn in your “ear bowl,” in a full shell or half shell model. ITE devices are larger, possessing more battery capacity and features that work very well for people with severe hearing loss. Advances in hearing aid technologies mean that many ITE devices are equipped with Bluetooth wireless connectivity, volume control wheels, and directional microphones. Connectivity with these high-tech devices allow ITE hearing aid wearers greater focus and clarity.

Additional Types of Hearing Aids

Behind-the-Ear (BTE) Hearing Aids

BTE hearing aids consist of two main parts: a plastic component that sits behind your ear and a thin, clear tube that connects to a small earbud that sits comfortably in your ear canal. This earbud does not seal out sound, however. Its “open fitting” style allows for natural airflow and sound to also enter your ear—making for very natural hearing conditions. BTE hearing aids are extremely popular because they provide flexibility across different degrees of hearing loss, rechargeable battery options, and discretion in their profile. Like many of the larger hearing aid styles, BTE devices are often equipped with advanced technologies and microphone capabilities that enhance your hearing.

Receiver-in-the-Canal (RIC)

Similar to BTE hearing aids, RIC hearing aids comprise of two parts: a plastic component that rests behind the ear and contains a microphone and sound amplifier, and a receiver that fits into your ear canal. The microphone and receiver are separate, which means that RIC hearing aids have very little feedback and fewer problems with occlusion.

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At Sounds Good Audiology Services, we offer basic entry level to high-end devices, with the best and most up to date digital technology on the market. From Bluetooth connectivity to smartphone compatibility to rechargeable batteries, we can help you find the perfect pair of hearing aids, full of great features aimed to treat your hearing needs, to help you hear in every aspect of your life. To learn more about hearing aids and how they can fit into your life, contact us today.