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What Is an Online Hearing Aid?
There are many different types of hearing devices available through the internet. While most of them may be able to help in some way or another, there is only one kind of hearing aid. A hearing aid is something that only a hearing expert can prescribe for you. People...

A Doctor of Audiology’s Opinion on OTC (Over the Counter) Hearing Devices
As doctors of audiology, we spend a great deal of our time educating patients on the benefits of hearing aids and the various models available. While most people’s number one choice of device is a hearing aid, there’s always the risk of other alternatives taking...

What are the Big Differences Between Over the Counter (OTC) and Traditional Hearing Aids?
Perhaps you’ve seen them advertised online or maybe your friend has a pair. Or maybe you’ve seen the price tag and you’re wondering why more people don’t know about them. Over-the-counter hearing aids (OTC) are a convenience-based hearing aid device, which you can...

What are Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Devices?
Over-the-counter hearing aids (OTCs) are a new type of device that is appearing on the market. Offering a cheaper “alternative” to hearing aids, they are devices that consumers can purchase upfront without any medical background information. This means that they are...

What Are The First Signs Of Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss, especially age-related hearing loss, is very common and often goes untreated for many years. According to the Mayo Clinic, about one-third of people in the United States between the ages of 65-75 have some degree of hearing loss. Many of these...

Professional Hearing Aid Clean & Check in Northern Utah
As hearing aids sit directly inside of your ears, they are subject to an accumulation of sweat and earwax. This can cause your devices to become blocked, making your device perform worse than it usually would. Although your devices can withstand all of your ear’s...

ReSound ONE: What Did Patients and Audiologists Across Northern Utah Think About ReSound’s New Hearing Technology
If you’re reading this article, then it’s highly likely that you’re considering whether the ReSound ONE is the right hearing technology for yourself or a loved one. However, what you are likely finding is that although many of the articles available online share all...

Ideally, How Long Should I Wait to Upgrade my Hearing Aids?
Hearing aids don't last forever. A variety of factors can help you choose the ideal time to upgrade your hearing aids. Here are some signs to look out for when the time comes for an upgrade: Your Hearing Aids Are Not Working Properly Hearing aids typically last three...

What to Expect When You Begin to Wear Your New Hearing Aids
If you or a loved one has recently started wearing hearing aids or have switched to a new pair of hearing aids, you've probably noticed that the transition isn't always smooth sailing. Many people experience some degree of discomfort when starting to use hearing aids...

9 Ways Hearing Loss Relates to Your Overall Health
If your standard reply to a question or comment is, "could you repeat that?" you could be suffering from hearing loss – and you wouldn't be alone. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, approximately 15% of American adults...

Not One…But Two Winners – Hear for the Holidays Competition!
After a month of speculation, House of Hearing is proud to announce the winners of our seasonal competition “Hear for the Holidays” as Carma and Jared! Flashback to November, we asked local residents to nominate someone in need of hearing support. Our decisions were...

Are iPhone Updates Causing Static in Your Hearing Aids?
Most of my patients in Northern Utah tend to want things laid out simple and direct, which is why I was not surprised when one of my patients told me that her issues with hearing aids and technology had brought her to her wit's end. Apple's simultaneous release of the...
December News | A positive end to the year
Hi again! Don’t you think that there has been so much focus on the negative this year? Would you agree, therefore, we could do with a bit of a positivity lift. We thought as much. Well, here, take 3… Three Things That Have Kept Us Positive During the Pandemic #1. When...
November News | Anyone come to mind?
Hey, how are you? Listen, there’s no point denying that we’ve all been through the mill this year – that’s a given. But you might agree that such a year shouldn’t pass without at least one good thing to come from it, right? So, how about starting the celebrations...

What Are Invisible in the Canal (IIC) Hearing Aids?
Hearing aids now come in a variety of discreet options with tremendous capabilities. If you're buying hearing aids for the first time or looking to upgrade your current device, you're probably wondering which kind it best. Many patients inquire about Invisible in the...