Choosing Your Hearing Aid Model

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Choosing Your Hearing Aid Model
Once youve had a hearing screening and its
clear you need a hearing aid, your next step is
to choose the hearing aid model best suited for
your type and degree of hearing loss. Hearing aid
models work based on certain types of hearing
loss, and what is suited to your lifestyle, so
its important to consult with your hearing
health provider at Hear Care in Indiana as you
make your selection. Not every hearing aid works
best for every lifestyle. When it comes to
choosing the device best suited to correct your
hearing loss, you have a number of choices.
Options include a behind the ear (BTE) hearing
aid, aids that sit in the ear (ITE) but outside
the ear canal, those models that actually rest
inside the canal (ITC), and microphone-in- helix
(MIH) models. The option you choose will vary
according to your hearing needs and your
personal preference. The following is a basic
description of each. Be sure to check with your
hearing health provider for more specific
information about the features of different
brands.
BTE Hearing Aids
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BTE hearing aid models sit behind or on top of
the outer ear with tubing that routes the sound
down into the ear canal via a custom-fit mold or
an ear tip that wont block the entire ear canal
opening. BTE styles are typically available in
different colors to match hair or skin tone. The
model helps with a wide range of hearing loss
from moderate to severe.
ITE Hearing Aids
ITE styles are the oldest type of modern Hearing
Aids in Fort Wayne. They are custom-fit to each
wearer, based on a mold impression taken by the
hearing care professional at the time of the
hearing aid consultation. ITE is often
prescribed for more severe cases of hearing loss.
These styles are also available in different
skin tones to blend in with the outer ear.
ITC Hearing Aids
These nearly invisible hearing aids rest snugly
in the ear canal and are the tiniest hearing aids
available. Like ITE hearing aids, hearing aids
that go completely in the canal are custom fit to
each wearer. ITC hearing aids are generally
reserved for those with mild or moderate hearing
loss.
MIH Hear Aids
Microphone-in-Helix (MIH) hearing aid is a custom
solution that meets a variety of needs. It brings
together the open fit, durability and higher
gaine of a BTE and mixes it with the discreet,
cosmetically appealing size and easy insertion
of an ITE. The MIH is engineered to fit within
the contours of the external ear and works by
leveraging the natural effects of the pinna and
external ear.
Technology Revolutionizes Hearing Aids

• Many hearing aid device models are now compatible
  with smartphone technology. Devices with
  smartphone compatibility offer a wide variety of
  features and accessories that patients
  appreciate, including a GPS locator service that
  will eliminate worrying about misplaced hearing
  aids forever. Other features include being able
  to
• Control your hearing aids settings from the
  manufacturers app.
• Listen to your favorite music directly from your
  iPod, iPad, or iPhone to your hearing aids.
• Communicate with your loved ones using the
  FaceTime video chat tool.
• Make and receive telephone calls effortlessly by
  streaming directly through your Hearing Aids In
  Fort Wayne.
• Hear clearer driving directions from your GPS and
  much more.

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