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How Often Should I Be Seen by an Audiologist?
April 27, 2020 By Chelsea Devlin, Audiology Assistant
Whether you are an experienced hearing aid user or are considering hearing aids for the first time, you may wonder how often you should actually be seen by your audiologist. When first being fit with hearing aids, it is likely you will see your audiologist much more frequently, often returning 1-2 weeks after your initial… [Read More]

Hearing Loss and Phone Use
April 27, 2020 By Chelsea Devlin, Audiology Assistant
With hearing loss, using the telephone can present a challenge. Conversations may be distorted and the lack of visual cues can cause additional difficulties. While the phone may never offer the same benefits of face-to-face conversation, phone conversations with hearing loss has been made easier. Phones offering closed captioning are available for landlines, often at… [Read More]

Hearing Aid DOs and DON’Ts
April 27, 2020 By Chelsea Devlin, Audiology Assistant
If you are a hearing aid user, you know that hearing aids are an incredible investment in your hearing healthcare and you want to keep them in good working order. Hearing aids have a typical lifespan of 2-6 years (depending on style), however with proper maintenance you may find they can last much longer. The… [Read More]

Tips for Communicating with Someone with Hearing Loss
April 27, 2020 By Chelsea Devlin, Audiology Assistant
Do you find yourself struggling to communicate with your loved one? Are you finding you are being misheard or have to repeat yourself often? Communicating with someone with hearing loss can be a struggle, it is often our poor communication habits which are to blame. 1. Start with their name Perhaps the most critical aspect… [Read More]

Why Choose Gardner Audiology?
April 23, 2020 By Chelsea Devlin, Audiology Assistant
You’re looking for an audiologist, possibly because you’ve noticed a change in your hearing, or perhaps you are looking to upgrade your existing hearing aids… but why choose Gardner Audiology? You should choose them for the same reasons I did- the patient focused care, the supportive and professional environment, and the dedication of the staff…. [Read More]

What is the best hearing aid?
April 23, 2020 By Chelsea Devlin, Audiology Assistant
A question I hear quite often is “what is the best hearing aid on the market?” In truth, there are many great hearing aids available, but the “best” is a matter of personal opinion. Gardner works with all major hearing aid manufacturers, all offering an array of comparable hearing aids. If extra features (such as… [Read More]

Trouble Shooting Tips for Your Hearing Aids
April 23, 2020 By Chelsea Devlin, Audiology Assistant
So, you have been wearing your hearing aids regularly, when you notice that you are not able to hear as well as when you first got them…. Maybe you aren’t able to hear at all. Don’t panic! Hearing aids require routine cleanings. A build-up wax or debris may prevent sound from travelling effectively from your… [Read More]

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