Cleaning your ears safely requires careful attention and understanding. It’s an important part of keeping your hearing health in check, but it can also carry risks if not done right. This guide will show you the safe ways to clean your ears, helping you protect your hearing without causing harm. Ear hygiene is an often […]
When you love a certain song or artist, it’s natural to turn up the volume. The higher volume makes your music sound more fun and immersive. This is why headphones are so popular. But, did you know that there are risks involved with always listening to loud volumes? Do you know what the recommended listening […]
The human ear is a marvelous piece of anatomy. With healthy hearing, our relationships come alive, our jobs are productive, and life is rich with meaning. Without good ear health, we would not be able to listen to our favorite music, hear our baby’s first cry or enjoy all the sounds that make up a […]
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and during this time, it’s important to focus on the link between diabetes and hearing loss. To learn more, watch my video Diabetes and hearing loss A recent study found that hearing loss is twice as common in people with diabetes as it is in those who don’t have […]
Surprising Causes of Hearing Loss There are many known risks for hearing loss and exposure to noise, of many kinds, is one of the leading causes. But you might be surprised to learn just how many common, everyday noise exposures you encounter in and around your own house! Knowing what these are and learning to […]
So many of my patients who use hearing aids also take a number of medications. That’s why we do a thorough medical history with our patients to learn what medications they are taking because certain drugs and medications have been linked to hearing loss and tinnitus, too. Use of these “ototoxic” medications, if not managed […]
What do you think about when I say the word ear wax? You are probably grossed out right? But let me set the record straight on one of the most misunderstood bodily substances! Watch the video on earwax! Earwax is a naturally occurring substance in the outer ear. Ingredients for a good batch of earwax […]
Click here to watch the video and learn more: Hearing loss may put you at risk for depression, dementia If you’re on the fence about getting your hearing tested, new research might convince you to make an appointment with an audiologist. First, research has demonstrated that people with unmanaged hearing loss experience a decline in […]
Watch the video: Online hearing exam video Despite the widespread use of technology to order food, find a parking space or help sell your car. There’s an app for everything now right? In fact, you can even get your hearing tested online. Yes, that’s right… But under the category: “Just because you can, doesn’t mean you […]
