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Brands
The audiologists dispense hearing aids from a variety of manufacturers. A few of the manufacturers that we use include: Phonak, Unitron, and Sonic.
Styles
There are a variety of hearing aid style options from completely-in-the-canal to mini-behind-the-ear styles. The particular style appropriate for each individual will be dependent on may factors, including needs, the ear size, dexterity, hearing loss, etc.
Costs
Cost of the hearing aids depends on the level of technology in the hearing aid and the options it has in addition to the patient needs.
Accessories
Hearing aid accessories may include remotes and batteries. Batteries are needed in all hearing aids and remotes are compatible with some aids.
Repairs
We repair hearing aids in our office if able and if not, they can be sent back to the manufacturer. Our office will deal with all makes and models of hearing aids. Repair cost is dependent on the age of the aid and if it is currently under a warranty.
Trial Period
All new hearing aids are fit on a trial period or an adjustment period. This is a 30-day time period where patients are scheduled to be fit with new devices, then follow up appointments are scheduled as needed during the 30 days.
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