Are Cotton Swabs Dangerous?
You were taught in school about the dangers of smoking, drinking, getting in cars with strangers etcetera, etcetera. But where was the public service announcement about the dangers of sticking something soft and fluffy in your ear? That’s right, I’m talking about cotton swabs. Your Portland audiologist would be the first to tell you that…
Understanding Hearing Aid Batteries
AAA or 675? Understanding Hearing Aid Batteries The batteries used by your hearing aids are much different than the ones you are used to putting in your smoke detectors and remote controls. Understanding what makes these batteries different is essential for proper hearing aid care. Below are some common questions many Portlanders ask their audiologist…
Different Types of Hearing Loss
Are there different types of hearing loss? Did you know there are different types of hearing loss? It turns out, in order for your Portland audiologist to create a customized treatment plan, they must determine your type and degree of hearing loss. There are three kinds of hearing loss: conductive, sensorineural and mixed. Conductive hearing…
Hearing Loss in Your Portland Workplace
Noise-induced Hearing Loss Some things are under our control, like deciding to order a double bacon cheeseburger instead of the salad for dinner. Unfortunately, things like extreme weather events and developing hearing loss are not. Hearing loss is caused by genetic conditions, an injury and even simply getting older. There is one type of hearing…
Hearing Aid Fitting
Fitting Involves Programming Your Hearing Aids What a long road it has been. After years of your family telling (and then begging) you to get your hearing checked, you finally made an appointment. You showed up, had your hearing tested and your Portland audiologist confirmed what you already knew – you have hearing loss. There…
Wireless Technology
New Hearing Aid Wireless Technology Sometimes I still cannot wrap my mind around my smartphone. With a tap of the screen I can have food delivered, order some shoes or even have a car pick me up. Who knew when cellphones first came out (and they were the size of a brick) that they would…
Hearing loss: where do you even start?
What is an Audiologist? If you feel sick you make an appointment with your primary care physicians. If you are beginning to experiencing hearing loss, what do you do? There are medical professionals for just about anything; did you know there is actually one that treats your hearing? The medical professionals in Portland, Oregon responsible…
Should You Upgrade Your Hearing Aid?
Hanging onto old things is just our nature; you never know when you might need a piece of string! You don’t want to be the chump who has to buy a whole new spool. But, what if I told you that brand new string is better and stronger than that old piece you have been…
Ready for Movie Season? Get in the Loop
Thieves broke into the local movie theater and stole $240. They took a bag of popcorn and a large drink. I kid. Who doesn’t love going to the movie theater on a dreary Portland day? While most of us would be excited for the opportunity to waste away an afternoon, if you are one of…
Better Hearing for the New Year
New year, new you. That’s at least what those cheesy new year commercials advertising weight loss treatments or gym memberships say. There is something to be said for a time of year that specifically asks you to take a look at your life and identify how you can improve it. If you are one of…
