Nowadays, most people don’t like the idea of being an outsider. They want a device that performs like any regular high-end hearing aid, allowing them to hear well just like others but with an appearance at the forefront. Some would say that’s impossible, as most...
Following a federal law passed in 2017 directing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), hearing aids were expected to be available over the counter (OTC) as early as August 2020. However, due to the global pandemic, the FDA hasn’t put forth any guidelines...
When you invest in hearing aids, you’re investing in your good health and quality of life. If challenges with the hearing aid of you or a loved one have become frustrating, you may need to weigh the cost of repairing your hearing aid versus replacement. Hearing...
Over the counter (OTC) hearing aids are a fairly new type of device. Unlike traditional hearing aids, you can purchase them in store or by mail order, meaning almost anyone can get their hands on them. While this may seem simple at the forefront — due to the...
PSAPs, or personal sound amplification devices, are hearing devices you can buy in a store or online without seeing a hearing professional first. They are not regulated by the FDA as hearing devices, although once the final rules are published on hearing devices...
In recognition of February as Tinnitus Awareness Month, I wanted to answer a frequent question we receive in our hearing center. People regularly reach out to us to determine whether hearing aids will stop the ringing in their ears. The good news is my colleagues, and...
