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Learning about hearing loss for the first time can be overwhelming. Audiology & Communication Services provides the necessary resources to understand the hearing industry. The more a patient knows about hearing loss, the more confident they are when discussing it with an audiologist.
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Everything you need, all in one place.
Below you’ll find everything you need for before, during and after your visit, as well as additional information on hearing healthcare.
Online Hearing Screening
Think You Might Have Hearing Loss?
Take our free, 5-minute online screening to get a better understanding of your hearing health. It can determine if a professional screening is right for you.
Hearing Loss
What Exactly is Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss is the total or partial inability to hear sounds in one or both ears. It happens as a result of the aging process, noise exposure or other health conditions. A diagnostic evaluation is the best way to identify your degree of hearing loss and develop the best treatment plan.
Before and after an appointment, these are the questions that get asked the most. If a question is not covered here, patients should contact the clinic for up-to-date answers.
More on Frequently Asked QuestionsLike any good instrument, the ear is made up of intricate pieces. The inner, middle and outer ear all serve a specific purpose and function. Knowing why each is important can help patients better understand hearing loss symptoms.
More on Hearing – How the Ear WorksProfessionals that rely on their hearing need to protect it from noise exposure. Musicians’ earplugs and monitors are a unique fit made exclusively for artists. They are a step above generic earplugs and a hard requirement for specialized protection.
More on How to Prevent Hearing Loss for MusiciansTemporary hearing loss can reach a permanent state when left untreated. Sufferers should also consider underlying conditions that lead to hearing loss. Sometimes ignoring the small warning signs can turn into an even bigger health crisis.
More on Impacts of Untreated Hearing LossThe three types of hearing loss are conductive, sensorineural and mixed. Individuals have unique symptoms even if they’re suffering the same type of hearing loss. Understanding hearing loss type helps when narrowing down the type of damage.
More on Types of Hearing LossTinnitus
Buzzing, whirring or ringing in your ears? It could be tinnitus.
Tinnitus is described as unwanted noises in one or both ears. It’s a common, yet frustrating condition that can dramatically impact quality of life. Luckily, many patients have found relief through treatments that effectively ease their symptoms.
