What are some common myths regarding hearing aids?
Myth: Behind-the-ear hearing aids are ‘old-fashioned’. The smaller the hearing aid, the more technologically advanced it must be. Fact: The size of the hearing aid has nothing to do with how technologically advanced it is. In fact, if anything, the larger hearing aids have the capability to be more technologically advanced, because the hearing aid manufacturers have more room to fit components and features into the hearing aid. Myth: Hearing aids are so advanced now that you can buy ‘invisible’ hearing aids. Fact: Cosmetic appearance and visibility can vary significantly and depend largely on ear canal size and degree of hearing loss. In general, men have larger ear canals and therefore have a higher chance of obtaining a less visible hearing aid. Even the smallest hearing aids however, can still usually be seen if someone is looking directly into your ear canal. Myth: You can now get hearing aids that eliminate background noise. Fact: There is currently no hearing aid on the market th
