Hearing challenges can affect anyone, from young professionals in noisy work environments to retirees noticing gradual difficulty with communication. At Preferred Hearing Aid Center, our hearing instrument specialists know that identifying hearing loss is the first step to improving your hearing. If you often ask people to repeat themselves, struggle in crowded places or have others mention your volume, a hearing test may be helpful. During your appointment, our hearing instrument specialists will conduct an assessment to measure your hearing across different frequencies, identify any issues and discuss personalized solutions to improve your communication and quality of life.
Why Is a Hearing Evaluation Important?
Hearing loss exists in many forms. The severity and type of hearing loss that you’re experiencing can impact the type of care that’s best for you. That’s why hearing evaluations are important. They provide us with personalized insight into your hearing health so we can make the best care recommendation for your needs.
Who Needs a Hearing Test?
Hearing loss is often gradual and may not be noticeable until it begins to impact everyday activities. If you’re having trouble understanding conversations, especially in noisy places, it may be time to get a hearing test. Common signs of hearing loss include asking people to repeat themselves often, hearing a ringing or buzzing sound in your ears or turning up the volume on the TV or radio to levels others find too loud. If any of these signs sound familiar, our hearing instrument specialists can help you understand your hearing.
What to Expect During Your Hearing Evaluation?
During a hearing test, you can expect a straightforward experience. Our hearing instrument specialists will begin by asking questions about your hearing history and any concerns you may have. You will then listen to sounds through headphones or speakers at different volumes and pitches, and you’ll be asked to indicate when you hear them. The test helps us understand the type and degree of hearing loss, if any, and guides us in recommending the right solutions for your needs. Common hearing tests include:
- Pure-tone audiometry: This test measures your ability to hear different pitches and volumes.
- Speech audiometry: This test assesses how well you understand speech at various volumes.
- Tympanometry: This test checks the function of the eardrum and middle ear.
Once your evaluation process ends, we’ll discuss the results with you and make a personalized care recommendation. You’ll have time at the end of the appointment to ask questions and discuss your device recommendations.