Hearing Loss EvaluationsThink You May Have Hearing Loss? Start With a Professional Hearing Test
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Our comprehensive hearing test identifies the type and degree of any hearing loss. If you could benefit from treatment, our audiologists & hearing care specialists will walk you through every option, and together we’ll find the right solution for your hearing, your daily life and your preferences.
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Hearing loss is common, and it’s treatable
Hearing loss affects millions of people worldwide and can significantly impact daily life, relationships and overall well-being. At HearBest, we’re committed to helping you understand, manage and find solutions for hearing loss.
A comprehensive hearing evaluation tells you which type of hearing loss you have, how much, and what will help most. Not sure where to start? Try our free online hearing screening.
Three types, different causes
Where the problem sits in the hearing system determines the type of hearing loss, and that shapes the treatment.
Conductive hearing loss
This occurs when sound waves can’t travel properly through the outer and middle ear. Common causes include:
- Earwax buildup
- Ear infections
- Damaged eardrums
- Abnormal bone growth in the middle ear
Sensorineural hearing loss
This type involves problems with the inner ear or auditory nerve. It’s often caused by:
- The natural aging process
- Exposure to loud noise
- Certain medications
- Genetic factors
- Head trauma
Mixed hearing loss
A combination of conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, affecting multiple parts of the ear’s auditory system.
Because more than one part of the ear is involved, a thorough diagnostic evaluation matters: it separates what can be treated medically from what hearing technology can help.
About hearing tests →Early recognition leads to better outcomes
Common signs of hearing loss
Early recognition of hearing loss is crucial for effective treatment. Common signs include:
- Frequently asking others to repeat themselves
- Difficulty understanding conversations in noisy environments
- Turning up the volume on devices higher than others prefer
- Feeling that others are mumbling
- Struggling to hear high-pitched sounds
- Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
Impact on daily life
Hearing loss can affect many parts of life:
- 👪Social interactions and relationships
- 💼Professional performance and career opportunities
- 🛡️Personal safety and awareness
- 🧠Mental health and cognitive function
- ❤️Overall quality of life
Treat it, and protect what you have
Hearing aids
Advanced digital hearing aids can be customized to your specific hearing needs and lifestyle. Features may include:
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Background noise reduction
- Directional microphones
- Smartphone compatibility
HearBest fits all major brands, including Oticon, Phonak, Signia, Starkey and Widex, and programs each one with the HearBest Optimization Method™.
Explore hearing aid evaluations →Prevention
Protecting your hearing is essential. Key preventive measures include:
- Using appropriate ear protection in loud environments
- Keeping volume levels moderate when using headphones
- Regular hearing checkups
- Being aware of medications that may affect hearing
- Maintaining good overall health
You don’t have to face it alone
Living with hearing loss doesn’t mean facing challenges alone. Support is available through:
- 🩺Audiologists and hearing healthcare professionals
- 🤝Support groups and community organizations
- 👪Family and communication counseling
- 🏢Workplace accommodation services
Don’t let hearing loss impact your quality of life
Early intervention leads to better outcomes. Contact HearBest today to:
Your journey to better hearing starts here. Let us help you stay connected to the sounds and people you love.
- Schedule a comprehensive hearing evaluation
- Explore treatment options
- Learn about the latest hearing technology
- Get personalized advice from our expert team
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