With so many people incorrectly believing that the solution to a hearing loss is a set of hearing aids, we regularly receive phone calls from people asking if we can price match Costco. The problem is, it’s not an apples to apples comparison. Whereas Costco sells...
Medicare Insurance for Hearing Care: What You Need to Know
Hearing loss is a prevalent issue in the United States, with an estimated 48 million Americans suffering from it. In Maryland, this translates to a significant number of individuals who may require hearing care services. Understanding how Medicare insurance coverage...
How to Tell If Your Hearing Loss Is Permanent or Temporary
Have you noticed that you’re not hearing as well as you usually do? Hearing loss can be scary – especially if you aren’t sure what’s causing it or how long it will last. If you’re experiencing a hearing loss, you’re likely wondering how to tell if it’s permanent or...
What Are The Best Hearing Aid Amplifiers & Assisted Hearing Devices? – Everything You Need To Know
A recurring question that we often get is, “What are the best hearing amplifiers?” Throughout this article, I’m going to help you to understand the hearing solutions currently available and what option may be best suited for you. Knowing the differences between the...
Can You Wear Hearing Aids While Playing Sports?
One of the most common concerns I get from clients is whether they should wear hearing aids while working out. Moisture can quickly compromise an aid's functionality by hindering good sound output, among other mechanical issues. So the clients are always wary that...
Prescription Hearing Aids vs. Over-The-Counter Devices – What’s The Difference?
Since my time as an audiologist and training within the hearing industry, “hearing aids” have only ever been known as hearing technology that is provided by an audiologist after an audiological evaluation. However, in recent industry news, proposed regulations around...
How Much Is Too Much Earwax?
We have all wanted to scratch the earwax out of our ear canal at one point or another, and many of us are guilty of using Q-Tips to try to get it out. One of the questions we often receive is: “Can a person have too much earwax?” Yes, and when that happens, Jacobs...
Hearing Tests: A Walkthrough of Your First Visit
According to studies by Johns Hopkins University, putting off treatment for hearing loss can produce devastating consequences to your mental and physical health. The first step to getting help for your condition is a hearing test, but many put it off or hesitate to...
Audiologist Explains Everything You Need To Know Before Getting Hearing Aids
Purchasing hearing aids is a big step, so it’s only natural to have questions beforehand. Each day, we deal with dozens of patients who are completely new to hearing technology. Naturally, they come with questions regarding price, appearance, and functionality. With...
Our Top 5 Reasons for NOT Treating Your Hearing Loss
I’m sure you’ve heard it said many times that looking after your hearing health is vital, followed by all the reasons why you SHOULD treat a hearing loss. But what about all the reasons for NOT treating a hearing loss? Hear me out. If you’re going to be forced to...