What To Know About Tympanosclerosis
Tympanosclerosis is a post-inflammatory condition affecting the tympanic membrane, or eardrum, and middle ear. Tympanosclerosis can result in hearing loss or be asymptomatic and occurs due to chronic inflammation in the middle ear. There are various causes for tympanosclerosis, and the reason will determine the course of action for treatment. Symptoms And Causes Tympanosclerosis is…
Why Hearing Aids Age Quickly & When to Replace Them
No product lasts forever, including your hearing aids. Most will function well for three to seven years, so you’ll likely need to replace them every five years on average. Wondering why they have such a short lifespan? Several factors cause hearing aids to age quickly—here are a few. When to Buy New Hearing Aids Consider…
What Are Your Ménière’s Disease Symptom Management Options?
Ménière’s disease is an uncommon disease characterized by hearing loss, tinnitus and impactful vertigo. It’s difficult to diagnose due to its symptoms resembling those of other diseases. It progresses slowly and significantly impacts an individual. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Ménière’s disease, you may be wondering how to manage your…
What To Know About Otomycosis
Otomycosis is a fungal ear infection affecting the outer ear. Fungal ear infections are less common than bacterial infections, making up 10% of all outer ear infections. If you’ve started to have ear pain after time spent in Victory Park, consider contacting your hearing specialist. Otomycosis Symptoms Otomycosis can affect one or both ears and occurs…
How Can You Relieve Ear Pressure?
Ear pressure is the feeling that your ears are full, stuffy or plugged. Often compared to the sensation of having water in your ears, ear pressure occurs when your Eustachian tubes become blocked. The Eustachian tube is the thin tube connecting the middle ear to the back of the nose responsible for balancing pressure in…
Ring In Audiology Awareness Month with Our Special Offer on Hearing Aids
October is Audiology Awareness Month, and we’re offering you the perfect way to celebrate. This month, our Pinnacle ENT team wants to make hearing technology more accessible to anyone who needs it. From Oct. 2-31, you can receive $250 off one hearing aid or $500 off two hearing aids. As a patient of Pinnacle ENT,…
Conquering Financial Challenges When Purchasing Hearing Devices
While hearing devices can be life-changing, their price can be a barrier for many people. About 50 to 64% of older Americans who could benefit from hearing care technology cite “cost” as their major blockage in deciding whether to make a purchase. If you or someone you know is one of them, here are a few tips…
Tips for Preventing Hearing Aid Discomfort
Approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from the use of hearing aids. The small but technologically advanced devices compensate for hearing loss by identifying and amplifying speech sounds, reducing ambient noise and keeping you more aware of your surroundings. Some real-life benefits you may experience include but are not limited to: When you first begin…
Amp Up Your Summer Fun—Take Advantage of Better Hearing & Speech Month Specials
With summer approaching, we want to make sure you’re able to gear up for all the giggles, gatherings and good times ahead. May is Better Hearing & Speech month, which means it’s a great time to check in and see how things are going with your hearing. Whether you currently wear hearing devices or generally…
Hearing Aid Types
Hearing aids have improved greatly with the advent of digital technology. If you’re picturing big and bulky devices with questionable sound quality, you’ll be pleased to learn today’s instruments are smaller, more comfortable and provide sound that is more natural. They are available in a variety of sizes and styles, so finding one that appeals to…