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Apple Officially Announces a Hearing Test and Hearing Aid Feature | What This Means
Yesterday (September 9, 2024), Apple held an online event to make a number of announcements about their next generation of iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. Having shared that Apple was rumored to be launching a 'Hearing Aid Mode' earlier this year, we watched with...
Phonak Sphere Infinio Hearing Aids: A New Era in Hearing Technology
Hearing & Balance Doctors is always on the lookout for groundbreaking advancements in hearing aid technology that can transform the lives of our patients. Today, we’re excited to discuss the latest innovation from Phonak, a global leader in the hearing aid...
Understanding the Tympani Muscle: The Ear’s Natural Defense Mechanism
The human body is a marvel of biological engineering, filled with intricate mechanisms that protect and sustain us in ways we may not even realize. One such protective mechanism is housed right inside our ears – the tensor tympani muscle. This tiny muscle, located in...
Turn Down the Volume! Decibels and Volume Management
Which sound do you think would be loudest: a rock concert, a balloon popping, or a power drill? Surprisingly, the loudest out of those three would be a balloon popping, even if it’s just for a split second. All of these can cause considerable damage to your ears with...
Understanding and Managing Earwax: A Comprehensive Guide
Earwax, medically known as cerumen, is a common concern among patients. Many people worry about earwax being gross or dirty, but it is a natural and necessary substance that should be present in the ear canal. In this post, we'll delve into what earwax is, why it's...
Pros and Cons of Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
When it comes to hearing aids, you’ll often hear (or read) us telling you that prescription devices are better; with a prescription device, you’ll be able to adjust the device to what you specifically need for your unique hearing loss challenges, and they’ll be custom...
Why Can I Hear But Not Understand?
One of the most common questions we get in our clinics is “Why can I hear but not understand?” It’s understandable to be confused—when you’re in a quiet room having a conversation, you can hear your conversation partner perfectly well. But transfer that into a busy...
Is There a Cure for Ménière’s Disease?
Ménière's disease is a rare inner ear condition that affects your balance and hearing. Symptoms of Ménière's disease include vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing loss challenges. While there’s no known cure for Ménière's disease yet, quite often, the challenges associated...
What’s the Difference between Dizziness and Vertigo?
When you stand up too quickly and get that head rush, what do you call it? Is it dizziness or vertigo? While the terms are often used interchangeably, there are some key differences between the two conditions; both are temporary, but one could hint at some issues...
What Is a Cholesteatoma? Symptoms and Treatment Options for You
A cholesteatoma is a tumor that can grow in your middle ear and can be congenital (grown during development) or acquired (caused by pathologic changes within the ear after development). Acquired cholesteatomas are more common, while not fully understood medically...
