If you worry that hearing aids will damage your remaining hearing, or you expect them to halt hearing loss altogether, you are not alone. Both ideas are common, and neither tells the whole story. At Audiological Diagnostics, PC, Dassan Ali, Sc.D., CCC-A, FAAA, and audiologist Hind Shihadeh, Au.D., can evaluate your hearing, explain what is […]
Commutes, workdays, and phone calls all add up, and a hearing aid that runs out of power at the wrong moment can leave you missing part of the conversation. Hearing aid batteries usually last anywhere from three days to several weeks, depending mainly on usage and battery type. At Audiological Diagnostics, PC, Dassan Ali, Sc.D., […]
Earwax and moisture are two of the most common reasons hearing aids start to sound weak or muffled. A consistent hearing aid cleaning routine helps keep your devices working well, and the right tools and methods let you remove buildup without making the problem worse. At Audiological Diagnostics, PC, Dassan Ali, Sc.D., CCC-A, FAAA, and […]
Maybe the voices on your left side seem sharper than those on your right, or one device has started to sound faint. Hearing aids are designed to amplify sound in a way that feels natural, so if one sounds different or less clear than the other, it should be examined. At Audiological Diagnostics, PC, Dassan […]
September 13, 2026 | Audiological Diagnostics, PC | Hearing Aids News
High-frequency squealing from a hearing aid often begins without warning, creating significant distraction and discomfort until appropriately corrected. Our audiology clinic can determine if the acoustic feedback stems from poor physical fit, cerumen impaction, programming parameters, degraded components, or internal electronic failure. Review common feedback mechanisms alongside safe at-home maintenance steps to eliminate basic sound […]
Hearing aids are intended to help compensate for your unique hearing loss condition. Whether you are new to wearing hearing aids or have been wearing them for years, if your hearing aids cause headaches or any other type of pain, there is a solution. An appropriately set hearing aid will remain comfortable in your ear […]
A primary reason individuals put off addressing auditory deficits is the assumption that assistive devices will be unsightly or awkward to wear. For decades, legacy acoustic amplifiers were cumbersomely large, highly conspicuous, and culturally tethered to physical senescence. Furthermore, many individuals harbored deep anxieties about social isolation, fearing others would exclude them from discussions based […]
While most assume hearing is localized to the ears, the brain serves as the primary engine for auditory interpretation. Physical sound collection happens at the ear, but cognitive interpretation is what creates speech and memory. With the progression of hearing loss, the auditory cortex is deprived of essential frequency information. Over time, reduced stimulation can […]
February 18, 2026 | Audiological Diagnostics, PC | Hearing Aids News
Connection defines the modern world, whether through social interaction, information access, or hearing-based interactions. For those with hearing loss, staying in sync with a digital lifestyle can be challenging, particularly when using legacy devices that simply make things louder rather than enhancing speech definition. Modern Bluetooth hearing aids are revolutionizing the listening experience. Through the […]
December 29, 2025 | Audiological Diagnostics, PC | Hearing Aids News
The sheer amount of hearing aid designs and technology levels on the market today can make the selection process feel complicated. Rest assured that there is a hearing device customized to every lifestyle and degree of impairment. Success lies in locating the specific aid that meets your personal preferences. Gaining a clear understanding of common […]
