UNDERSTANDING HEARING AIDS
When you use hearing aids for the first time you may have different emotions about the sounds you hear. This is normal and to be expected. The goal of the hearing aid is to make sounds audible and comfortable as well as clear and pleasant. Changes can be made to the hearing aids at your first fitting if there are sounds that you feel should be adjusted right away. Dr. Aussem will complete additional testing to ensure the hearing aids are providing accurate sound for you.
HEARING AIDS & ASSISTIVE DEVICE SELECTION
Dr. Aussem will help you choose the best hearing aid style and present options with features specific to your hearing concerns. He will also discuss levels of technology, or other assistive devices (for TV, special lapel microphones, telephones) based on your degree of hearing loss, lifestyle, and budget. There is an adjustment period when using hearing aids, which is why we look beyond hearing aids as the only way to treat hearing loss. Dr. Aussem will make changes to your hearing aid settings over time to ensure you adjust well and succeed with better hearing.
HEARING AID REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE
Hearing aids have tiny electrical components that may experience wear and tear over time. If your hearing aid malfunctions, Dr. Aussem will visit you to solve the problem.
If your hearing aids were fit from another provider, we will repair your hearing aids. We service most major manufacturers of hearing aids and will advise you as to whether your aids are a brand we service. If your warranty has expired, it is still possible to repair most hearing aids for a fee, depending on the extent of the repair and the age of the hearing aid. In the event your hearing aid is severely damaged and unable to be repaired, we will work with you to determine what options would be best for your current needs.