FAQs About Hearing Aids

You know your hearing isn't what it used to be when you're having trouble understanding conversations. The Ear, Nose & Throat Facial hearing aidPlastic Surgery Center urges you to understand more about hearing aids in Fredericksburg and Stafford, VA, and how they can help. The highly-qualified team of board-certified otolaryngologists and audiologists can pinpoint the type and severity of your problem and recommend the right hearing device. Here are some frequently asked questions to help you make a good decision about hearing better.

FAQs about hearing aids in Fredericksburg

I can't hear well while on the phone. Can a hearing aid help me?

Likely, hearing aids could help you depending on the kind and severity of your hearing loss. There are three kinds of hearing problems: conductive (related to the structures inside the ear), sensorineural, a nerve loss related to aging, loud noise exposure or even prescriptions, and presbycusis, which is due to aging. Your audiologist will perform a series of tests to determine what category you fall into, and recommend a hearing aid that suits you. And yes, some hearing aids come with Bluetooth capabilities and amazing digital technology to help with talking on the telephone.

What are the basic parts of a hearing aid?

Hearing aids consist of three parts: a microphone, which picks up the sound, an amplifier, which increases the volume of a person’s surroundings, and a speaker, which delivers the sound to the wearer's ear. The most common styles are behind the ear, in the ear and in the canal. Your choice depends on your hearing loss and your lifestyle.

How long will my hearing aid last?

Most devices last three to five years, or longer with gentle care. When you look for a hearing aid in Fredericksburg and Stafford, be sure to ask about the manufacturer's warranty, repair policies, and battery replacement.

What if I don't elect to wear a hearing aid?

Frankly, you'll be missing a lot. The Better Hearing Institute says that people who hear less tend to withdraw socially, become depressed and take longer to learn new things. The doctors at Ear, Nose & Throat Facial Plastic Surgery Center urge you to make an appointment for a hearing evaluation. It's simple and painless. Call (540) 371-1226 to arrange your personal consultation.

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