FAQ

While hearing aids make things easier it cannot restore the natural functioning of your ear or prevent the progression of hearing loss over time.

The average life of a hearing aid is about six years. While some of these aids may function even after 6 years, most would require repairs and servicing after this period.

Zinc-air batteries are used in most hearing aids. These batteries can be adapted for varying sizes and types of devices and are commonly available in stores, and pharmacies that normally sell batteries.

This depends on the type of battery and how many hours per day you wear your hearing aid. Smaller hearing aid batteries need replacing within one week, while larger batteries may last two to three weeks.

Each person has their own timeline for getting used to a new hearing aid. The new aid will help you hear sounds that you may not have heard in many years. Since this is something your central auditory system will need some time to get adjusted to, we will help you with the evaluation and adjustment process and programming changes that will be required in the initial few weeks.

Your audiologist can help you make an appropriate choice based on your degree of hearing loss, the shape of your outer ear, the size and shape of the ear canal, your ability to place and adjust the device, any special features you need and any issues with excessive wax or drainage from the ears.