Those experiencing a hearing loss typically complain that they are too embarrassed to wear hearing aids, feel like they look disabled, and/or that people make fun of you. However, those fixed on these points of view are thinking of the bulky devices their parents or grandparents used to wear rather than those in today’s market.
Like cellphone technology, hearing aid technology has progressed rapidly over the past couple of decades, making it possible for hearing aid manufacturers to produce devices that are smaller, lighter, more stylish, and more discreet. Modern hearing aids are packed with digital technology with much greater processing power to produce natural sound clarity, control background noise, eliminate feedback, and enhance speech.
Additional hearing aid technologies include long-lasting rechargeable batteries and the capacity to connect digital devices, such as your cellphone, television, and computer, directly to your hearing device. Once you’ve eliminated the stigma surrounding hearing aids, you’re probably wondering,
“Is there somewhere I can get my hands on these advanced technology hearing aids near me?”
The Denton Hearing Health Care audiologists have access to the world’s most advanced technology hearing aids for individuals throughout North Texas who need a little help with their hearing.
Hearing Aid Selection and Ongoing Support
You won’t be at a loss when it comes to a variety of sizes, colors, and designs, with different levels of technology and features to choose from. What might be difficult is selecting the right one, but our hearing care professionals will guide you through the process of selecting your device by considering your needs and preferences, such as:
The amount of processing power necessary to address your specific hearing challenges
Accommodating your manual dexterity and visual capabilities
Meeting your budget (including insurance)
Addressing your wearing discretion and cosmetic concerns
Accounting for skin sensitivities
Addressing anatomical and/or medical considerations
Once we’ve helped you through the selection process and fitted your new hearing aids, our ongoing support includes:
Education, counseling, and support
Reprogramming
Free Clean & Checks (scheduled maintenance)
Troubleshooting
Hearing Aid Repair
Invisible-In-Canal (IIC) – Tiny & Often Invisible
IIC hearing aids are the smallest custom style you can find on the market today. They are invisible, resting in or just beyond the second bend of your ear canal. IIC devices have been designed specifically for those who have mild to moderate hearing loss.
Completely-In-The-Canal (CIC)
CIC hearing aids fit deeply and completely inside the ear canal and are custom styled to the individual. Many patients find these devices cosmetically appealing as they are almost invisible when worn, so are a very discreet option. They are suitable for those with mild to moderate hearing losses.
In-The-Canal (ITC)
ITC hearing aids are really comfortable and incredibly easy to use. They are placed in the lower portion of the outer ear bowl and are designed for those with a mild to moderate hearing loss. They are slightly larger in size, an advantage of this being their longer battery life and additional features such as directional microphones and volume controls. These features are really handy for better understanding in loud environments.
In-The-Ear (ITE)
Full shell models sit flush within the outer ear bowl. They are larger in size which brings a maximum number of controls and features. These include directional microphones, which require extra space on the outer portion of the device. They use a larger battery than the smaller hearing aids which means they can manage a larger receiver that has enough power for some severe hearing losses. Due to their range of options and additional features, they are highly recommended for people with mild to severe hearing losses.
Receiver-In-The-Ear (RIC)
RIC style hearing aids are an incredibly versatile hearing instrument and a firm favorite among many audiologists. The RIC models look very similar to the BTEs when worn they are like mini versions of them. Their speaker is incorporated into the ear tip, as opposed to the main unit of the hearing aid. RICs are recommended for those with mild to severe hearing losses.
Behind-The-Ear (BTE)
Patients with a profound hearing loss usually require some additional performance features, which are provided by the BTE model hearing aids. This instrument may not be invisible, but it is a more streamlined and lightweight instrument than its predecessors. The BTE’s technology is housed in the casing of the hearing aid, behind the ear while the clear plastic acoustical tube sends the amplified sounds into a customized earmold fitted inside the ear canal.
