Hearing Aid Selection
Hearing aid selection made simple.
There are many things to consider when purchasing hearing aids, especially if you've never had hearing aids before. Here are some guidelines to help you start thinking about what might be best for you and your lifestyle before your consultation appointment.
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1. Level of technology.
Hearing aids are offered in different levels of technology. It doesn't matter what the hearing aid looks like on the outside, the technology inside the hearing aid is what is important.
Standard
Suitable for those with active lifestyles and tend to be in a variety of environments throughout the day (may be in and out of noise and crowds)
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+ Automatic Noise Reduction
+ Automatic Programs
+ Directional Awareness
Wind Noise Cancellation*
Enhanced Localization
Echo Reduction
Extended Bandwidth
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3 Year Warranty for Repair
3 Year Warranty for Loss and Damage
30 Day Trial Period
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*Varies by Brand
Advanced
Suitable for those with moderately active lifestyles and tend to be in both quiet and noisy environments (rarely in a crowd but sometimes in noisy places)
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++ Automatic Noise Reduction
++ Automatic Programs
++ Directional Awareness
++ Wind Noise Cancellation*
Enhanced Localization
Echo Reduction
Extended Bandwidth
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3 Year Warranty for Repair
3 Year Warranty for Loss and Damage
30 Day Trial Period
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*Varies by Brand
Premium
Suitable for those with active lifestyles and tend to be in a variety of environments throughout the day (may be in and out of noise and crowds)
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+++ Automatic Noise Reduction
+++ Automatic Programs
+++ Directional Awareness
+++ Wind Noise Cancellation
+ Enhanced Localization
+ Echo Reduction
+ Extended Bandwidth
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3 Year Warranty for Repair
3 Year Warranty for Loss and Damage
30 Day Trial Period
2. Brand of Hearing Aid
There are several hearing aid brands that are available to choose from, however one may be a better fit for your lifestyle depending on your particular needs or style preference.
