Hearing Aid Dispensing & Fitting
During your hearing aid fitting and programming appointment, a hearing professional will ensure your devices are comfortable and properly adjusted to your specific needs. You’ll learn how to insert and remove your hearing aids, maintain them and adjust your settings to different environments. At Anderson Audiology, we take the time to make sure you feel confident using your devices before you leave. This personalized approach ensures you get the most out of your hearing aids in everyday situations.
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What is the Importance of a Hearing Aid Fitting?
A proper hearing aid fitting is crucial for achieving comfort. When your hearing aids are properly fitted, they not only feel more comfortable but also enhance sound quality, making it easier for you to engage in conversations and enjoy the sounds of everyday life. A hearing professional will evaluate your unique ear shape and hearing needs, fine-tuning the devices to align with your preferences and lifestyle. This individualized process leads to greater comfort and helps you enjoy the world of sound around you. In the end, a well-fitted hearing aid enables you to wear your devices confidently throughout the day.
What Will You Learn at Your Appointment?
During your fitting appointment, you will learn how to properly insert and remove your hearing aids for maximum comfort and effectiveness. A hearing professional will explain the several different features of your devices, helping you understand how to adjust settings based on different environments. You’ll also receive guidance on cleaning and maintaining your hearing aids to ensure they perform well over time. Additionally, this session will cover tips for troubleshooting common issues, helping you to make the most of your hearing aids. By the end of the appointment, you’ll feel confident and prepared to use your devices in your daily life.
What to Expect During this Appointment
During your fitting appointment, you can look forward to a customized experience designed to address your unique hearing requirements. A hearing professional will start by talking with you about your hearing loss and lifestyle, making sure your hearing aids are set to your specific needs. To ensure an accurate way to program your hearing aids, a hearing professional will utilize an advanced technique called live speech mapping,
It involves putting small microphones in the ear canal to measure responses to different sounds. The advantage of this is that it helps us find your ideal settings faster. For example, with live speech mapping, we may be able to program your hearing aid correctly during your initial fitting appointment.
Adjusting to Your New Hearing Aids
Adjusting to hearing aids is a gradual process, as your brain needs time to adjust to sounds that it has not heard in a while. This makes follow-up appointments important as your hearing professional can address any concerns you have and make adjustments to your device. A follow-up appointment also gives your provider the chance to see how well you’re adapting to your hearing aids in real-life settings and make any necessary changes based on your experiences.
