Hearing aids typically last 5-7 years, however we do have some patients who’ve had their hearing aids for longer. Even though hearing aids will continue to work for the years to come, hearing aid manufacturers release technological advancements about every 3 years. Many patients upgrade their hearing aids between 3-5 years so they can experience the new technology and features while continuing to hear their absolute best.

Hearing aids used to be big and bulky. But today’s hearing aids are compact, sleek, and come in a variety of stylish colors. Hearing aids are technologically advanced and designed to be nearly invisible so no one will even know you’re wearing them, they’ll only notice you’re hearing better.

Although hearing aids will greatly improve your hearing ability and improve your overall quality of life, they will not cure your hearing loss. There is no cure for hearing loss, but there is treatment through hearing aids. Your hearing will not go back to the way it was before your hearing loss but hearing aids will have you hearing better than you have in years.

We encourage you to bring a loved one with you to your appointment. Not only does this provide you with comfort, but they can also help us better understand your hearing loss and what environments you have trouble hearing in.

Hearing loss can be caused by a number of factors. Sometimes, hearing loss is genetic and purely the result of the aging process. Hearing loss can also be linked to loud-noise exposure which over time will cause damage to your hearing nerve. Some less common causes of hearing loss may be linked to high blood pressure, diabetes, or another medical condition. Regardless of how you think you might have developed your hearing loss, it is important to have your hearing checked to ensure your overall health.

It is important to remember that hearing aids do take some time to adjust to them. It’s not only your ears that need to adjust to hearing sounds again, but your brain as well. The more often you wear your hearing aids then the quicker you will adjust to them. Your brain has to get used to hearing and processing sounds again, so it can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few month before you are fully adjusted.