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A
hearing aid is an electronic, battery-operated device that
amplifies and changes sound to allow for improved communication.
Hearing aids receive sound through a microphone, which then
converts the sound waves to electrical signals. The amplifier
increases the loudness of the signals and then sends the sound
to the ear through a speaker.
Benefits
of Wearing Hearing Aids
 Hearing
loss is one of the most common conditions in the world. Most
hard-of-hearing people could benefit from modern hearing aids,
as they can significantly improve the user's ability to
understand speech in difficult listening situations.
Unfortunately, many people hesitate to take the necessary action
to overcome their disability, which could enable them to return
to a full and active lifestyle.
- Fewer repetitions and
interrupted during conversations with friends and family.
- Dangerous situations in
traffic could be avoided.
- Plus - you could rediscover
all those captivating sounds of nature: Waves crashing
against the shore, birds twittering in the park, leaves
rustling in the wind - even a fluffy cat purring!
Digital
Hearing Aids
The most common complaint of the
hard-of-hearing population is that they don't have good
communication ability in noisy environments or in group
conversations. It's particularly in those situations that
digital technology is able to provide
better benefits to people.
Lake Michigan ENT offers a wide
range of digital hearing aids, from entry level digital to
premium digital technology. The price range is from $500 to
$3600.
Hearing
Aid Sizes
- Behind
The Ear (BTE) -
Hearing aids are worn behind the ear and are connected
to an earmold that fits inside the outer ear. The
components are held in a case behind the ear.
- In
The Ear (ITE) -
Hearing aids fit completely in the outer ear and are
used for mild to severe hearing loss.
- In
The Canal (ITC) - Fits into the ear canal and are available in two sizes.
The In-the-Canal (ITC) hearing aid is customized to fit the
size and shape of the ear canal and is used for mild or
moderately severe hearing loss.
 Completely
In the Canal (CIC) - Limited
to a mild to moderate hearing loss. These hearing aids sit
in the opening of the ear canal and extend deep into the ear
canal.
Prices
The price of a hearing aid
depends on several factors, for example, the type of technology
you and your audiologist determine is best for your loss and
your needs (digital/programmable/conventional). The size
of your hearing aid is also a factor in the price.
Free
Informational Mailing
If you would like to know more
about hearing loss and hearing aids, simply fill out the form
below and we'll mail you an informational packet for free.
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