Aftercare Hearing Aids

Hearing Aid Aftercare Service: The Importance

With the growing popularity of over the counter hearing devices or internet purchased hearing aids. The importance of regular ear and hearing checks as well as routine maintenance of hearing aids has been called into question.

Individuals may consider buying their hearing aids online but not realize that their hearing care needs should be routinely assessed to ensure that the aids are working optimally. It is important to keep seeing your audiologist routinely after getting your hearing aids.

Committing to hearing aids isn't like committing to a TV. It isn't a one-off purchase but the start of a journey ideally with an audiologist you trust.

After you obtain your hearing aids, and to ensure you continue to get the best out of your device, here are some reasons why you need to factor the aftercare or service you get with your hearing aid purchase.. You will need to have:

) Your ears checked routinely for wax buildup, debris, or any abnormalities which could affect, your own health, hearing or the effectiveness of the hearing aids. (See our post on how to deal with itchy ears with hearing aids)

2.) Your medical history in relation to your hearing needs will need to be kept updated. Have you been in hospital? Have you been diagnosed with a medical condition linked to your hearing? e.g. dementia, stroke. Or has there been the introduction of medication which could introduce potential toxic risks to the ear (ototoxicity) or antibiotics taken intra-venously drip etc.

3.) Your hearing should be re-tested routinely, and any changes re-programmed into your hearing aids to ensure the hearing aids are working optimally. Annual or bi-annual checks might be recommended. In some cases 6-monthly service checks arranged.

4.) Your hearing aids will need routine servicing. Hearing aid parts are susceptible to wear and tear, do the microphones require a clean? Is the filter still clear or is the dome or mould splitting or too loose? These are some checks your audiologist will need to carry out. Here are some videos on how to maintain your hearing aids.

At Sonant Hearing Clinic, we offer different types of aftercare plans to ensure that you always have the best hearing possible with your hearing aids.

Give us a call on 016344 79550 or email us Hear@sonanthearing.co.uk to discuss the aftercare plans available.