How to choose a hearing aid?
What to look for when choosing a hearing aid?
Hearing aids are technological devices that improve the level and quality of hearing and reconnect the person with the environment and life. If your hearing aid needs are correctly identified and the hearing aid is selected correctly, it can make a significant difference in your life and bring great benefits to one's life.
Hearing Test as a First Step
To have your hearing problem diagnosed, you should always contact your personal doctor or a hospital. There you need to be examined by an ENT doctor. If your doctor deems appropriate according to the examination results, the diagnosis can be made after completing the necessary procedures.
Hearing centre selection before hearing aids
After doing your research, make sure that the hearing aid centre of your choice has an Audiologist/Oudiometrist who is an expert in the field who can guide you.
Audiologists/Oudiometrists at the Hearing Centres will recommend the most suitable hearing aid for you according to your hearing loss, ear structure and condition.
Right brand, right service
Before deciding which hearing aid to use, you should examine different device brands and choose the brand model that provides you with the best hearing and is comfortable. After choosing the brand and model of your hearing aid, the warranty period of the product you purchased, whether the company has technical service, maintenance and inspection intervals will be very important for you.
Choosing the Right Hearing Aid Among Dozens of Brands Hearing aid models are basically divided into two groups: in-ear and behind the ear. Behind the ear models can be applied from mild to severe. They are easy to clean and maintain and have a long service life. In the paediatric patient group (infants and children), behind-the-ear hearing aids must be used.
In-ear devices are recommended for mild to moderate hearing loss. It looks very aesthetically pleasing. For this reason, your hearing test, the structure of your ear and the aesthetic appearance of the device are very important when choosing a hearing aid model. After choosing the most suitable model for your hearing loss, you should try different brands and choose the brand and model that best restores your hearing and is comfortable for you. Should hearing aids be unilateral or bilateral?
Evaluation should be made according to the hearing test results. If you have hearing loss in both ears, you should use a double device. Because using a bilateral device helps you to hear more balanced and you can better determine the direction of the surrounding sounds. In addition, using a dual device allows you to hear more clearly in noisy environments. So it remains active in both ears.
How do I get used to my hearing aids?!
How long it takes to get used to your hearing aid depends on whether you wear your hearing aid regularly. However, there is nothing to worry about, it varies between 1-2 months on average. To adapt, you can read audio books, listen to television and radio.
Hearing Aid Batteries
Hearing aid batteries - You can buy them at hearing aid centres, medical centres and on various websites. The important thing to pay attention to is the following: The battery you purchase must not be expired and must be suitable for your hearing aid.
Hearing Aid Guarantee
The warranty periods of hearing aids may vary according to companies and brands. As AVAZ Hearing and Speech Centre, the warranty period of all our hearing aids varies between ... years.
What is the lifetime of hearing aids?
The lifetime of hearing aids varies according to the intended use of each individual. Therefore, hearing aids may need to be replaced every three to five years. However, the frequency with which consumers care for their hearing aids for hygienic maintenance and monitoring purposes, as well as careful use, can lengthen or shorten this period.
What to look for when choosing a hearing aid?
Hearing aids are technological devices that improve the level and quality of hearing and reconnect the person with the environment and life. If your hearing aid needs are correctly identified and the hearing aid is selected correctly, it can make a significant difference in your life and bring great benefits to one's life.
Hearing Test as a First Step
To have your hearing problem diagnosed, you should always contact your personal doctor or a hospital. There you need to be examined by an ENT doctor. If your doctor deems appropriate according to the examination results, the diagnosis can be made after completing the necessary procedures.
Hearing centre selection before hearing aids
After doing your research, make sure that the hearing aid centre of your choice has an Audiologist/Oudiometrist who is an expert in the field who can guide you.
Audiologists/Oudiometrists at the Hearing Centres will recommend the most suitable hearing aid for you according to your hearing loss, ear structure and condition.
Right brand, right service
Before deciding which hearing aid to use, you should examine different device brands and choose the brand model that provides you with the best hearing and is comfortable. After choosing the brand and model of your hearing aid, the warranty period of the product you purchased, whether the company has technical service, maintenance and inspection intervals will be very important for you.
Choosing the Right Hearing Aid Among Dozens of Brands Hearing aid models are basically divided into two groups: in-ear and behind the ear. Behind the ear models can be applied from mild to severe. They are easy to clean and maintain and have a long service life. In the paediatric patient group (infants and children), behind-the-ear hearing aids must be used.
In-ear devices are recommended for mild to moderate hearing loss. It looks very aesthetically pleasing. For this reason, your hearing test, the structure of your ear and the aesthetic appearance of the device are very important when choosing a hearing aid model. After choosing the most suitable model for your hearing loss, you should try different brands and choose the brand and model that best restores your hearing and is comfortable for you. Should hearing aids be unilateral or bilateral?
Evaluation should be made according to the hearing test results. If you have hearing loss in both ears, you should use a double device. Because using a bilateral device helps you to hear more balanced and you can better determine the direction of the surrounding sounds. In addition, using a dual device allows you to hear more clearly in noisy environments. So it remains active in both ears.
How do I get used to my hearing aids?!
How long it takes to get used to your hearing aid depends on whether you wear your hearing aid regularly. However, there is nothing to worry about, it varies between 1-2 months on average. To adapt, you can read audio books, listen to television and radio.
Hearing Aid Batteries
Hearing aid batteries - You can buy them at hearing aid centres, medical centres and on various websites. The important thing to pay attention to is the following: The battery you purchase must not be expired and must be suitable for your hearing aid.
Hearing Aid Guarantee
The warranty periods of hearing aids may vary according to companies and brands. As AVAZ Hearing and Speech Centre, the warranty period of all our hearing aids varies between ... years.
What is the lifetime of hearing aids?
The lifetime of hearing aids varies according to the intended use of each individual. Therefore, hearing aids may need to be replaced every three to five years. However, the frequency with which consumers care for their hearing aids for hygienic maintenance and monitoring purposes, as well as careful use, can lengthen or shorten this period.