Patient Resources

Why Not Everyone Needs Hearing Aids, But You Deserve an Honest Answer
You might find yourself unsure about getting a hearing test because you're concerned it may lead to buying hearing aids. You deserve a clear, honest answer from professionals who prioritize your health over commissions. Rest assured that your experience with us is...

Rediscovering the Sounds of Life After 50 Years of Hearing Loss
For many, silence can become a formidable barrier between them and the world they once knew. Every person’s hearing journey is unique, but the pathway to enhanced hearing and renewed life enjoyment is accessible with the right partner by your side. Harold's...

Why Buying a Hearing Aid Online Isn’t the Same as Hearing Care
Imagine this: You see an ad online for hearing aids, claiming they’re affordable, discreet, and delivered to your door. Tempting, right? It's easy to understand the allure of quick, cost-effective solutions. However, while online hearing aids may offer convenience,...

Can Sunburn Make Tinnitus Worse?
As someone dealing with tinnitus, you’re acutely aware of those persistent phantom sounds—be it ringing, buzzing, or hissing—that accompany you through your daily life. As we head further into the summer months, many of us will be headed out to enjoy the sunshine (not...

How AI Is Changing Hearing Care
Artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining possibilities in multiple sectors, bringing innovative solutions to areas like healthcare and personal technology. AI has quickly cemented itself as a game-changer for hearing aids, elevating these devices from functional but...

Can Hearing Aids Make You Dizzy?
When you start using hearing aids, you might wonder if they can cause dizziness or feelings of off-balance; this concern is quite common among those new to their hearing devices, especially during the adjustment period to clearer hearing. While it is possible for...

Can Hearing Aids Cause Ear Infections?
A surprisingly common question we get during appointments is whether hearing aids can cause ear infections with repeated wear. The short answer? No. The long answer? Improper care of your hearing aids is what can lead to an increased risk of ear infections. As you...

Understanding Presbycusis: The Most Common Age-Related Hearing Condition
Presbycusis, also known as age-related hearing loss, is the number one cause of hearing loss across the world. As we get older, our hearing cells naturally begin to stop functioning as they used to—the assumption that hearing loss comes with old age is partially...

Four Ways to Optimize Your Hearing in 2025
Do you have any New Year’s resolutions you’d like to accomplish in 2025? Many common ones revolve around bettering ourselves: exercising more, eating healthier, learning a new skill, or other accomplishments to help us achieve our best selves. While you’re booking...

How Much Are Hearing Aids?
One of the most common questions that we get asked is “How much will these hearing aids cost?” It’s an answer that many clinics keep under wraps; there are a few factors that contribute to the cost of hearing aids, so there’s no upfront answer to be given, especially...