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If you wear hearing aids, it’s likely you’ve experienced whistling in your device at some point. This is known as feedback. Feedback can happen when putting in or taking out your device or during more inopportune moments like when you need to focus on merging onto Interstate 84. An occasional episode is nothing to worry…

Once you’ve found hearing aids that work well for you, you want to make sure they last as long as possible. One of the best ways to do that is to practice proper maintenance techniques. Let’s take a look at some of the best things you can do to keep your hearing aid performing at…

If you have made the investment in hearing aids, you want to make sure they perform well for as long as possible. Thankfully, with the right cleaning routine and proper tools, you can help ensure your device is functioning at its highest level. Let’s examine a few of the best tools you can have in…

Just like you take your car to Bradshaw’s Auto Repair to get detailed, your hearing aids also require this type of care. It’s important to clean your hearing aids daily so that they last. We review how below. How to Clean In-the-Ear Hearing Aids In-the-ear (ITE) hearing aids are worn partially in the ear canal…

Your hearing aids are essential, as they connect you to the world around you. Because of this, you’ll want to do everything in your power to ensure they’re well cared for. The best way to do this is to store them safely. We review everything you need to know about safe storage below. 1. Commit…

Imagine driving down the coast towards Cannon Beach. The sun is shining. You’ve got the windows down and are enjoying the fresh air. You start to hear a weird clicking sound coming from your engine and pull off to the side of the road just before your car stops working completely. While waiting for AAA,…

Your hearing aids are built to last, but they’ll only have a long lifespan if you care for them properly. This involves a thorough daily cleaning. Below we provide an overview of how to clean your hearing aids. Cleaning Tools A cleaning kit can be purchased at PDX ENT or at Brooklyn Pharmacy. Tools include:…

Earwax has the important jobs of trapping dirt and bacteria as well as lubricating the ear canal to keep the skin from drying out. However, it is possible to have too much of a good thing. For hearing aid wearers, too much earwax can mean blockages in the hearing aid, leading to sound distortion and…

Getting your first pair of hearing aids can be an exciting and overwhelming experience. Below is a list of some of the most common questions new hearing aid users ask. How Do Hearing Aids Work? Hearing aids are complex electronic devices that work to amplify sounds so those with hearing loss can hear them. All…

Hearing aids come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. Once you select the hearing aid that works best for your unique type and degree of hearing loss, it is important to keep the device working well. Below is a breakdown of the different parts of your hearing aids and how to clean them….