Hearing aids are very important for the hearing impaired, of course it’s a massive part of your life and the size of discretion as well as price and quality are all factors that need to be considered, so here you’ll have a brief overview of the types of hearing aids. Analog models are swiftly being replaced by the superior digital models, which are so much more inept when it comes to sound reproduction, while being very versatile depending on the level of hearing loss.

There are 4 main categories of hearing aids with various strengths and weaknesses. The main thing that affects the overall price is how noticeable you can tolerate your hearing aid being.

Behind the ear models (BTE) are designed to fit around the ear, and are the most noticeable of the four, consequentially these are most often than not the most modestly priced. These also are difficult to use a telephone with, as the microphone is located outside the ear canal.

Ear hearing aids, which are a bit more discreet, and not much more expensive. These are designed to fit within the mold of your ear, people’s opinions vary on them, some say that they are uncomfortable while others are more than happy with them, and like all things you can easily get used to it. Audiologists can provide you with a test module, so you can have a better understanding of what it would be like to have them.

In the ear canal hearing aids are slightly smaller and go partially inside the actual ear canal, thus being less visible than the aforementioned devices, however they are still noticeable. Expectedly, they are more expensive, but all options should be considered.

Finally there is completely in the ear canal (CIC) models, these are much smaller and considerably less noticeable. Also they lack a set of external controls and so have to be adjusted on the computer by your audiologist. However, if you wish for your hearing loss to be less noticeable these are definitely worth considering. Due to their small side they require their batteries changing more often than other models due to its small size.

There are a few other things you should also consider, such as that your hearing aid comes from one of these three companies; Seimens, Starkey or Phonak which provide top of the range state of the art assistive devices while having brilliant customers services. Whatever device you decide to go with, ensure that you are given a 30/60 day trial, so that you can know that the device you chose is right for you. A1-2 year warranty is also important, as hearing aids are expensive and a pain to replace and repairs are often not covered by insurance. Good luck in your decision!

To find out more information or to speak to somebody contact Dowling Hearing Aids Colwyn Bay.

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