Why Hearing Loss Requires Custom-Fit Solutions

If you are suffering from hearing loss and you go to see an audiologist, they might recommend that you need a hearing aid. If this is the case, they will take you through the options that are available on the market, inform you of the features and recommend the perfect one for your requirements. Hearing aids come in all shapes, sizes and prices. The features that are within them will also determine the price of them – meaning that you can budget out how much you want to spend in comparison to the features that you want to be included. One of the things that they will suggest is custom-fit hearing aids. Custom tailored hearing care is the best way to go if you are facing hearing loss as it will ensure that the hearing aid is not only fit to the shape of your ear, but it will also suit your lifestyle. Hearing aids are a personal item that should work for your needs. Everyone is different; therefore, you require one that assists your hearing the way that you need it. You shouldn’t cut corners when it comes to your hearing aid as it is such an important device. And through investing in a custom-fit hearing aid, you will find the best solution to your hearing loss. Molded to your ear anatomy, they can be as visible, large or small as you want. The different types that are available on the market – whether they are in the ear (ITE), behind the ear (BTE) or in the canal (ITC), they will be customized so that they are comfortable and practical for your daily routine. They are made custom after your audiologist takes a mold of your ear canal during the appointment – which is a quick and easy process that is nothing to worry about. The ear canal measurements are then sent to the manufacturer who will design the shell accordingly. If you are facing any issues after receiving your hearing aid in terms of the fit within your ear or if you are unsure how to use any of the features that the hearing aid has, don’t hesitate to call your audiologist who will help you to find the solution.

Why choose a custom-fit hearing aid?

You should choose a custom-fit hearing aid over a standard one as it will fit far more easily into your ear and will make the sound around you seem far more natural. Amplifying the sound due to the fact that they sit far deeper into your ear canal (in the case of an ITE or a CIC – a Completely-in-Canal), the sound quality will be better and will require less adjusting. Some models also adapt to the sound automatically, meaning that you can have a conversation or be in a noisy environment without having to worry. Even though custom-fit hearing aids may initially seem like the more expensive option in comparison to the traditional and standard models, they will benefit you in the long term as well as the short term. Your hearing ability isn’t something that you should take lightly no matter what your age or stage of life you are in. You want to be comfortable no matter what environment you are living within or spending your time in. A custom-fit hearing aid can make it feel like you aren’t wearing one at all. Something that does take time to get used to (as it would with any hearing aid), but you will undoubtedly get used to wearing after a while, having a hearing aid that is unique to you is essential. They can also include state-of-the-art features such as wireless connectivity. As they do sit further inside your ear and more snugly, you can use the hearing aid as your own personal headphone. The more modern options also come with apps, which you can use to alter the volume of sound you are receiving (a discreet bonus), making it an even more personal hearing solution. Another benefit is lowering the amount of wind noise that it picks up – which is especially useful when the weather is poor. Overall the benefits of custom-fit hearing aids are clear. A more unique and personalized hearing solution, it will allow you to carry on with your life with ease and make you almost forget about the fact that it is in your ear due to the comfort that it provides. If you are still unsure whether a custom-fit hearing aid is right for your lifestyle, call Hearing Wellness Centre at (844) 663-9433, and we will guide you on the best hearing solution for you.