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Invisible Hearing Aids Vs. Traditional Models
Regardless of your level of hearing loss, deciding which hearing aids will work the best for you isn’t always easy. There’s a lot to consider, from how your devices will look and feel to how they will function and noticeably improve your hearing. Invisible hearing aids offer a few advantages over traditional models as they […]
Read more →Celebrating May Is Better Hearing Month With the St. Louis Audiologists at Associated Hearing Professionals
May Is Better Hearing Month is a time dedicated to educating the public about the importance of hearing health, recognizing the signs of hearing loss, and promoting preventative measures to protect our auditory well-being. Whether you or a loved one is experiencing hearing difficulties or you’re simply interested in learning more about how to care […]
Read more →A Breakdown of the Different Degrees of Hearing Loss
Any number of factors may contribute to the development of hearing loss over time, from noise exposure and aging to ear infections and other diseases of the inner ear. Left untreated for long enough, all levels of hearing loss can get worse, which can start to have a significant impact on an individual’s quality of […]
Read more →5 Noisy Activities That Require Ear Protection
Exposure to loud noise, even just for short periods of time, is one of the most common causes of hearing loss and other auditory problems, such as tinnitus. Noise-related hearing loss can affect individuals at any age and, depending on its severity, may be permanent, which can harm your ability to communicate and perform day-to-day […]
Read more →What You Need to Know to Prevent Earwax Buildup
Everyone has earwax, but for some, too much of this natural bodily substance can become more problematic than do its intended good. According to the Cleveland Clinic, earwax buildup causes blockage in about 10% of children and 5% of adults worldwide. Despite being a necessary part of the ear’s self-cleaning process, earwax that has built […]
Read more →A Beginner’s Guide to Selecting a Hearing Aid
According to a report by the World Health Organization, nearly 2.5 billion people are projected to have some degree of hearing loss by 2050, and at least 700 million people will require hearing rehabilitation. If you’re suffering from hearing loss, picking the best possible hearing aid for your situation can help restore your sense of […]
Read more →Lies You Need to Stop Telling Your Hearing Doctor and Why It’s Best to Tell the Truth
From how often we exercise to the results of our last hearing test, being honest with our doctors about our lifestyles, habits, and health conditions isn’t always the most comfortable experience. In fact, according to AAMC, as many as 8 in 10 patients avoid revealing significant health-related information to their care providers, often citing reasons […]
Read more →Hearing Doctors: Who They Are and How They Can Help You
Statistics from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders reveal that an estimated 15% of American adults aged 18 years and up have reported experiencing hearing complications. If you fall within this threshold and are uncertain about which type of hearing doctor can best treat your hearing loss, rest assured that you have […]
Read more →When Should You Update Your Hearing Aids?
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, approximately one in three Americans between the ages of 65 and 74 has some form of hearing loss. With such a high number of individuals relying on hearing aids to enhance their sense of sound, it’s important to be aware of how to tell […]
Read more →What to Expect With Your First Time Using Hearing Aids
Using hearing aids isn’t something you should feel embarrassed about. According to the CDC, 7.1% of Americans over the age of 45 use hearing aids. These fairly common and helpful devices help people worldwide hear more clearly. As common as they are, you may still have questions about your hearing aids if it’s your first […]
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