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What is the Best Solution
For Me?
The best type of hearing aid for an individual depends on several factors, including the degree of hearing loss, lifestyle, aesthetic preferences, and budget. An audiologist can help you decide on the most appropriate style based on your needs.
Hearing Aid Manufacturers
At Hear North Audiology, we offer all the best hearing aid brands and are happy to walk you through the entire process.
Here are just a few of the top brands we carry.
Phonak
Founded in 1947, Phonak is part of the Sonova Group, which is a global leader in the design and development of hearing care solutions. The company’s products are designed not only to improve hearing but also to enhance the quality of life for users, incorporating everything from wireless connectivity to health tracking.
Oticon
Oticon is one of the world’s leading hearing aid manufacturers, renowned for its cutting-edge technology, natural sound quality, and commitment to improving the lives of people with hearing loss. Founded in 1904, Oticon has over a century of experience in audiology, pioneering many innovations in hearing care.
Signia
Signia offers cutting-edge hearing solutions that enhance the hearing experience for users with a wide range of hearing needs. With a legacy of over 140 years in the hearing care industry, Signia is known for its commitment to precision and advanced technology, making it one of the leading names in audiology.
Starkey
Founded in 1967, Starkey has become one of the most trusted names in the hearing healthcare industry. They are recognized for creating cutting-edge hearing aids with advanced features designed to provide exceptional sound quality, comfort, and ease of use.
Widex
Widex is widely regarded as one of the top hearing aid manufacturers globally. Over the years, Widex has gained a reputation for producing high-performance devices that provide users with a rich and natural listening experience.
The Best Hearing
Aid For You.
There is no universal “best” model of hearing aid, so you’ll always work with us to find the type of hearing aid best suited for you.
Types of Hearing Aids
Hearing aids are divided into five categories.
RIC & BTE
The device sits behind the ear, and sound is delivered to the ear canal through a tube or custom earmold. They are suitable for a wide range of hearing losses, often has a larger battery, so longer battery life.
They are easier to handle and maintain and have advanced features like directional microphones, and telecoil
can be included.
ITE Aids
These are custom-made to fit directly in the outer ear. The entire device sits in the ear, covering the concha (the bowl-shaped part of the outer ear).
They are easier to handle and offer more features.
ITC Aids
These fit partially in the ear canal and are smaller than ITE models.
They are custom-made for comfort.
CIC Aids
These are the smallest custom-made hearing aids that fit entirely within the ear canal which makes it very discreet. A smaller size means fewer features and shorter battery life. Also, they can be more difficult to handle, especially for those with dexterity issues.
Things To Consider
Connectivity
Many modern hearing aids have Bluetooth technology to stream audio from phones, TVs, or other devices.
Rechargeable Batteries
Rechargeable hearing aids have become increasingly popular, offering convenience and eco-friendliness.
Other hearing products
Amplified/bluetooth phones
An amplified phone is a telephone designed specifically for individuals with hearing loss or difficulty hearing clearly on a regular phone. These phones enhance the volume of the speaker’s voice, often include visual or tactile alerts, and have other features to make communication easier for people with hearing impairments.
Remote microphones
It’s a small, portable device designed to help people with hearing loss hear more clearly in challenging listening environments. It works by picking up sound from a speaker or a specific sound source and transmitting it directly to the user’s hearing aids.
Hearing protections
Hearing protection is a crucial element in preventing noise-induced hearing loss, especially in noisy environments or during activities involving loud sounds. The best choice depends on the level of noise exposure, comfort preferences, and any specific communication or activity needs.
TV listening solutions
A TV listening system is a technology designed to help people with hearing loss enjoy television audio more clearly. These systems allow users to hear the TV audio directly through their hearing aids, headphones, or speakers.
Swim molds
They are specialized earplugs or custom-fitted earmolds designed to keep water out of the ear canal during activities such as swimming, bathing, or water sports.