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Our Services

Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs)

We offer information and guidance on use of assistive listening devices, such as amplified telephones, FM transmitter systems, and infrared systems. These systems serve as additional help in situations when hearing aids do not provide the necessary assist

Audiometric Evaluations: Adults

The audiometric evaluation (audio) consists of testing with both speech and pure tones. Testing with pure tones is done to determine the amount of hearing loss for volume. Speech discrimination scores are obtained to estimate the loss of hearing pertainin

Audiometric Evaluations: Pediatrics

Depending on the age of the child, different play techniques are employed to determine the amount of hearing loss in each ear using pure tones and speech stimuli. For the youngest children, information specific to each ear may not be obtainable, but overa

Cerumen Removal

Cerumen refers to wax in the ear canal, which can interfere with hearing or clog up hearing aids. If this is a problem, we are often able to remove the wax for you. If the wax is deep within the canal, or impacted, we may refer you to an otolaryngologist

Ear Molds: Custom-Made Noise Protection Ear Molds

Ear impressions for music monitors. Any kind of noise exposure is potentially damaging to hearing, so whether your noise exposure comes from your work environment or just mowing your lawn, custom earmolds can provide protection from noise-induced hearing

Hearing Aid Checks

We offer cleaning services for your hearing aids, and will check the function of the aids in our electroacoustic analyzer. We will also evaluate your performance with the hearing aids.

Hearing Aid Evaluations

At the hearing aid evaluation, you and your audiologist will determine which type of hearing aid is best for you and your unique needs, including the style, circuit, and number of hearing aids necessary. This choice should reflect your needs, preferences,

Hearing Aid Sales & Service

Hearing Aids - We offer a wide selection of hearing aids, including digital processing and digitally programmable, from a variety of manufacturers. We will work with you to find the best solution for your hearing healthcare needs within your budget.

Hearing Aid Warranty Service

If your hearing aid requires servicing while still under the manufacturer's warranty, either for a new aid, or repair warranty, we will take care of the necessary paperwork and give you a loaner hearing aid to use in the meantime.

Motorsports Ear Molds

Custom earmolds for motorsport fans.

OtoAcoustic Emissions

A small probe like an earplug is placed into the ear canal, and a series of tones is presented to the ear. The probe records the response from the hair cells of the inner ear to these tones to give an indication as to hair cell function.

Pilot's Communication Earpieces

We make custom earpieces for pilot communication.

Real-Ear Measurement

A small tube attached to a microphone is inserted into the ear along with the hearing aid, and the output of the aid, as modified by the ear canal, can be measured to assure adequate amplification when setting or programming the aid.

Tinnitus Diagnostics & Management

Many people experience ringing or other noise in the ear or head. We will evaluate the nature of this noise, make appropriate medical referrals, and discuss possibilities in management, such as tinnitus retraining therapy (TRT).

Tympanometry

We offer tympanometric screening for middle ear disorders, such as middle ear fluid (serous otitis media) and otosclerosis.

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