by Sarah | Dec 9, 2019 | Blog
When it comes time to consider hearing aids, people are often uncertain about whether they should get one aid or two. We often get asked ‘Do I need hearing aids in both ears?’. While every case is unique, and you should certainly be guided by your...
by Sarah | Nov 25, 2019 | Blog
Many people are aware that power tools like drills and saws can be loud- but not everyone knows the damage that this loud sound may be causing to their hearing. Even a short period of exposure to these loud levels can cause permanent hearing loss. It is so important...
by Sarah | Oct 28, 2019 | Blog
When fitting a hearing aid, an audiologist takes many factors into account. The audiogram, the output and acoustics of the aid, and the shape of the ear canal must all be considered. Many audiologists use estimations and experience to establish the required gain. We...
by Sarah | Oct 14, 2019 | Blog
When you’re in an emergency situation, and need help, you pick up the phone and call the police, ambulance, or fire brigade. But for many people who are Deaf, or have a hearing loss, talking on the phone is a challenge, or even impossible. This is made much...
by Sarah | Sep 16, 2019 | Blog
When consulting with patients who are trying hearing aids for the very first time, we start with the basics. We want to get the hearing aids set up appropriately, evaluate how well they are working, and teach the person how to handle them. One of the first things that...
