Hearing Aid Fittings

Addressing hearing loss often calls for more than the mere selection of a hearing aid. A crucial part of the process involves fitting, programming, and adjusting the hearing device to match your distinct hearing impairment and lifestyle requirements.

Understanding Hearing Aids

Hearing aids are instrumental tools for individuals grappling with hearing loss. They work by enhancing sound quality, lowering background noise, facilitating direct connectivity to cell phones, improving speech amplification, and ultimately, fostering better communication. To maximize the benefits of these devices, it's essential to have them professionally fitted to your specific hearing needs.

The Importance of Hearing Aid Fittings

The hearing aid fitting process is pivotal to the successful treatment of hearing loss. This phase ensures that your device not only fits comfortably but also aligns with your auditory requirements. It involves multiple steps, each designed to personalize your hearing aid experience.

The Hearing Aid Selection Process

Upon understanding your lifestyle and hearing needs, our audiologists will present you with several hearing aid options at different price points. In certain instances, you might be allowed to test a hearing aid by wearing it for a few hours or even days.

Once you've made a choice, we will order your preferred device and schedule a fitting appointment. If you opt for a custom-fit ITE (In the Ear) style or a BTE (Behind the Ear) style with earmolds, we will take an impression of your ear canal to accompany the order.

Hearing Aid Programming

Once your hearing aid arrives, we will connect it to our computer and program it according to your hearing loss and preferences. You will then be asked to wear the device for a live test to ensure you can hear all necessary sounds. Proper hearing aid programming aims to restore your ability to partake in vibrant conversations once again.

Getting Acquainted with Your Hearing Aids

Proper use and maintenance of your hearing aids can enhance your comfort and extend the device's lifespan. During your fitting, we will demonstrate how to insert and remove your hearing aids, clean them, change the batteries, and adjust their amplification levels.

Although you'll be given a wealth of information, there's no need to memorize everything. Feel free to ask questions or jot down key points you'd like to remember.

Adjusting to New Hearing Aids

Adjusting to new hearing aids, even for those who have used them before, can take time. Initially, you may need to wear your hearing aids for just a few hours a day. Gradually, you'll wear them for longer periods until you can comfortably have them on all day. We will help you devise a plan to ease into your new hearing aids, and schedule a follow-up appointment to monitor your progress and make necessary adjustments.

Maintaining Your Hearing Aids

Learning to take care of your hearing aids is crucial to their longevity. We will guide you on how to clean, store, and handle your hearing aids properly. We will also provide tips on how to adjust them for different hearing environments.

Follow-up Appointments

A few weeks after your initial fitting, we will schedule a follow-up appointment. This session allows your audiologist to fine-tune and adjust your hearing aids as needed. It also presents an opportunity for you to voice any concerns or queries you might have. The adjustment process may necessitate additional fitting appointments to ensure optimal effectiveness of your hearing aids.

The Role of Our Audiologists

Our audiologists play a significant role in your journey to improved hearing. They are committed to providing the highest quality care to all patients. From counseling and fitting to follow-up appointments, they are there to ensure you get the utmost benefit from your hearing aids.

Ready to take the first step towards improved hearing? Schedule an appointment with us today!