The Importance of Customized Hearing Aid Fittings

Hearing aids are medical devices that slow wearers to amplify sounds to the ear canal and benefit from improved sound levels to help them hear better. Hearing aids are available in various styles and designs for mild, moderate, severe and profound hearing loss. But not everyone fully understands the impact hearing aid fittings can have on your complete hearing aid experience.

Your hearing instrument specialist (HIS) is there to help you find the right hearing aid for you, whether it is a behind-the-ear (BTE), an in-the-ear (ITE) or an in-the-canal (ITC) hearing aid; they will have extensive knowledge and expertise in this area to work with you to find the right hearing solution.

But finding a suitable device is only part of the process. There is a lot of weight in ensuring your customized hearing aid fittings are carried out correctly. Why? If your hearing aid isn’t right for you, then you will miss out on all the benefits of wearing hearing aids. Read on to learn more about how customized hearing aid fittings are essential.

Your Needs Are Considered

When you have a customized hearing aid fitting, your hearing instrument specialist will take into account your needs. This can be whether or not you need to wear your hearing aid with a face mask if you work in the medical sector or around toxic materials, a hat, for example, for construction workers or if you also wear glasses. A customized fitting takes into account your whole lifestyle to find the right style and fit for your needs.

Your Ear Shape

It might not be something you think about or have even ever considered, but everyone’s ears are different. This means that not everyone can simply put on a hearing aid which is comfortable and easy to wear. Customized hearing aid fittings will ensure that your device is molded to the shape of your ears and that you are able to wear your hearing aid quickly and with no discomfort. This means that when you leave your HIS, you can be sure that when you put on and move your hearing aid, you won’t experience any issues.

Hearing Levels

An integral part of the hearing aid fitting process is achieving the optimal sound level tailored to your specific needs. Finding the right balance of sound amplification is a personalized endeavor, and your hearing instrument specialist will collaborate with you to ensure you derive the maximum benefits from your hearing aids. The ideal sound level is contingent upon factors such as your unique degree of hearing loss and personal comfort preferences. Maintaining a careful balance is essential to prevent any form of discomfort, as the ultimate goal is to ensure you are wearing your hearing aids and that they are providing what you need to help with your hearing loss.

Answer Any Questions

It is only natural to have questions and concerns when being fitted for a hearing aid. What will the sound quality be like, how long can I wear them for and how do you change the battery? These are all common questions many hearing instrument specialists will have heard and will be expecting. Your hearing aid fitting will enable you to ask any last-minute questions you might have and find out more about the particular hearing aids you will be wearing.

There is no such thing as a wrong question, and if you are unsure of anything or feel uncomfortable with any aspect of your hearing journey or treatment, you can raise these at your fitting.

Correct Care Techniques

Lastly, your hearing aid fighting will be the first time you get to handle your new devices and learn how to care for them. Your HIS will walk you through how to fit and remove them correctly and the best way to clean and store the hearing aids too. Proper care and attention to your hearing aids will result in an extended lifespan and ensure you get the best sound quality possible. This will be impacted if you are causing damage due to incorrect handling.

Wearing hearing can positively impact your life in many different ways. However, hearing aids are complex and as such, you need to ensure they are fitted correctly to ensure you get the best experience possible when wearing them.

To learn more about our services and what you can expect at hearing aid fittings, our expert and friendly team is waiting to take your call at the Center for Better Hearing. Call us today at 510-768-7091.