Just because you wear hearing aids doesn’t mean you shouldn’t enjoy summer fun, and water-resistant hearing aids may be the perfect solution. However, what does water-resistant hearing aids really mean?  Does water-resistance mean the hearing aids are waterproof? Is there a difference? At North Shore Hearing P.C., we’ve created a quick, easy-to-read guide to water-resistant […]

Before you head out to the beach or lake, make sure you’re aware that wearing hearing aids can cause swimmer’s ear! Even more so, hearing aids and water simply don’t mix! Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to prevent hearing loss, protect your ears, and protect your hearing aids. Continue reading to learn more

Did you know there is a connection between earwax and hearing aids? While a normal amount of ear wax is a good thing, too much can spell trouble. If you are wearing an earmold with a cochlear implant or wearing a hearing aid, too much ear wax can: Result in hearing aid feedback Damage your hearing

While it’s not as talked about, the importance of hearing aids shouldn’t be underestimated! A study by Johns Hopkins reported that 1 in five Americans age 12 and older suffer from hearing loss severe enough to impact communication.  Simply put, hearing loss is no respecter of persons and can strike at virtually any age. However,

An important part of learning how to use your hearing aids is to know how to troubleshoot some of the most common issues. At North Shore Hearing P.C., we’ve created a general list of some of the most common problems and solutions with hearing aids.  Best of all, this list isn’t specific for any brand

Surprisingly, the history of hearing aids spans across multiple centuries and has resulted in the improved hearing of millions of people. For as long as people have struggled to hear, there have been those looking for ways to restore proper hearing. From the 1800’s to today, there has been a slow but steady march from bulky,

Have you ever felt limited by your old hearing aids? Have you ever missed a doorbell or a phone call because you had the TV volume too high? Do you hate switching from ear buds to hearing aids and back again? Bluetooth hearing aids can change everything for you. That’s right: Bluetooth technology in your hearing aids