If you’re contemplating hearing aids, you first will need a consultation with a trained audiologist. Audiologists are experts in hearing loss, diagnostic testing and hearing aid devices. Here’s what to expect from our audiologist when you visit us at Georgetown Ear, Nose & Throat Center. Hearing Tests About one third of Americans 65 and over…
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Finding a Hearing Aid Doctor Near You
Whether you live with hearing loss or care for someone who does, the importance of finding an experienced audiologist cannot be overstated. With the right expertise, an audiologist can help fit the right hearing aid device to your individual needs; after all, one size does not fit all when choosing a hearing aid. But where…
Advantages of Using Hearing Aids
Hearing aids are devices that are worn in or around the ear to improve hearing. There are many different types and styles of hearing aids, and each person’s needs will be different. Hearing aids can make a big difference in a person’s life. They can help you hear conversations better, watch television without turning up…
Why You Should Get Your Hearing Tested Annually
Hearing loss is not high on the list of things people think about regarding their health. We tend to take our ability to hear for granted until we realize that we have hearing loss. However, with a simple hearing test, you can learn about your ears’ health, how to protect your hearing and prevent hearing…
Better Hearing Solutions with Cochlear Implants
It is estimated that over 12 million Americans in the United States have severe hearing loss, which cannot be helped by hearing aids. Hearing is critical to navigating your surroundings, hearing potential dangers and important sounds, and communicating. What can improve their hearing ability if hearing aids are not useful for those with profound hearing…
Audiologist vs. ENT: Is There a Difference?
If you’re having hearing problems, you may be wondering whether you should go to an ENT (ear, nose, and throat doctor) or an audiologist. There is indeed a distinct difference between these two specialists. Let’s compare and contrast the functions and capabilities of an audiologist and an ENT doctor, and discuss which one may be…
