Q: Over-the-counter hearing aids didn’t work. Why would working with an audiologist be different? – Episode 77

Generally for perceived cost savings, some first-time hearing aid users decide to visit the big box store and try over-the-counter devices first. But when those don’t work, or don’t fit, or have issues, that frustration can often sour people against the whole idea of hearing aids, making it more difficult to consider giving it another shot with a doctor.

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Q: What new hearing technology is exciting? – Episode 67

Have you ever been at your airport gate and struggled to hear the ticket agent’s boarding updates over the intercom because of all the crowd noise? Imagine if you could connect to a wireless signal and hear those announcements directly through your hearing aids or headphones! Dr. Sara Hanley, Au.D. shares more about this super cool Bluetooth feature. As technology advances, there’s incredible innovation and progress happening with hearing aids and audio devices. Watch more Q&As, then schedule your appointment with us at either our Bloomington or Pontiac locations.

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Q: Are Hearing Aids Waterproof? – Episode 65

What if you accidentally step in the shower with your hearing aids in? Does that ruin them? Or if you forget to take them out when you go swimming? How waterproof are they? Dr. Stacy Chalmers, Au.D. shares an overview about how much water most hearing aids can handle. Watch more Q&As, then schedule your appointment with us at either our Bloomington or Pontiac locations.

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