Hearing Aids
Choosing a Hearing Aid That’s Right for You
Need a hearing aid but don’t know how to choose one? Read below and learn about the differences in hearing aids and what kind might work for you. While hearing aids all include the same parts, there are a variety of styles to choose from which vary in size and fit.
When you think of hearing aids, you probably picture the larger, more visible behind-the-ear style which was the norm in the past. In today’s modern world, technology allows the making of sleek new designs that are smaller, fit comfortably inside your ear canal, and are almost invisible.
The most important thing to remember is that if you’ve experienced hearing loss, you shouldn’t put off being fitted for a hearing aid because it might “cramp your style.” The ability to hear is a vital part of enjoying life and with all the technological advances in the auditory device industry, now is the time to take advantage of hearing aids with improved designs and digital capabilities.
From behind-the-ear devices to custom built in-the-canal hearing aids, the Hearing Improvement Center can help fit you with the hearing aid that’s just right for your life, and your style. Call (801) 392-4310 and make an appointment for a hearing aid fitting!
Types of Hearing Aids
BTE (Behind the Ear)
For patients with a severe to profound hearing loss who also suffer from dexterity issues. The hearing aid is large with easy controls or remote control, and a large battery to provide maximum battery life (15-20 days.) Bluetooth compatible.
Full Shell ITE (In the Ear)
For patients with severe to profound hearing loss. This hearing aid fills the entire ear with large, easy to use controls or remote control and a large battery to provide long battery life (12-15 days.) Bluetooth compatible.
Canal
For patients with moderate to severe hearing loss. This hearing aid fills half of the ear with small manual controls or remote control and a medium size battery for moderate battery life (5-7days.) Bluetooth compatible.
CIC (Completely in Canal)
For patients with moderate to severe hearing loss. This hearing aid fits inconspicuously in the ear canal, is completely automatic, no manual controls, and uses the smallest battery (3-5 days.) Bluetooth compatible.
Micro CIC (Completely in Canal)
For patients with moderate to severe hearing loss. This hearing aid fits deep in the ear canal, next to the ear drum and is completely invisible. The Micro CIC is automatic and uses the smallest battery (3-5 days.)
RIC (Receiver in Canal)
For patients with mild to severe hearing loss. This hearing aid fits behind the ear with a small wire that extends into the ear canal, and can be automatic, or function by remote control. Available in multiple battery sizes. Bluetooth compatible.