IN-THE-EAR HEARING AIDS
There are several styles of hearing aids that are worn inside the ear. There is In-The-Ear (ITE) which sits in the ear opening, In-The-Canal (ITC) which sits in the canal of the ear, Invisible-In-Canal (IIC) and Completely-In-Canal (CIC) which both reside inside the canal and have no external components.
All of these in the ear styles of hearing aids are custom made to fit to the wearer’s ear. These styles are best for mild to moderate hearing loss and only the In-The-Ear (ITE) style could be used in severe hearing loss cases.
ADVANTAGES OF WORN IN THE EAR HEARING AIDS
Each model would have specific benefits but overall they share some of the same benefits:
• They are all custom fit to your ear specifically ensure a great fit
• They are all small and light weight
• Better at picking up high frequency sounds
• They are for those that wish to have a discrete hearing aid that isn’t as obvious as Behind The Ear models
• They are coloured to match the skin camouflage them to be even more discrete
There are some disadvantages besides the obvious, easy to misplace size, they tend to have smaller batteries which will require them to be changed more often. They also don’t tend to have all the features found in larger hearing aids and can be more difficult to use for those with larger fingers or dexterity issues.
WORN IN THE EAR HEARING AID BRANDS
We carry the largest number of brands in all of Canada and therefore can provide you with the largest selection of In-The-Ear, Invisible-In-Canal, In-The-Canal and Completely-In-Canal styles. We carry these hearing aids from companies like Phonak, Oticon, Starkey and many more.
While most of these are for mild to moderate hearing loss some manufacturers still provide an impressive list of features. The one main consideration is that these styles of hearing aids all have to be custom moulded to the wearer’s ear which typically increases the price over BTE and RIC style hearing aids.
IS A WORN IN THE EAR HEARING AID THE RIGHT TYPE FOR YOU?
The simple answer is we don’t know. When deciding the best hearing aid for you our hearing specialists will take several factors into consideration such as:
- Your level of hearing loss
- Type of hearing loss
- Whether you also experience tinnitus
- Your lifestyle and activities
How active you are and the types of social situations you engage in can very much influence the type of hearing aid that is best for you and the situations you need to hear In. This is where our hearing aid specialists can assist you in determine the best hearing aid while also considering your budget. They will take the time to show you how to use your hearing aid and program it specifically for your needs.
FIND YOUR BRAND
Did you know we carry the largest selection of hearing aid brands in Canada.
At Hearing Excellence, we understand that choosing the right hearing aid can be overwhelming. That’s why we have a team of experienced hearing specialists who will guide you through the process and help you find the perfect hearing aid that fits your needs and lifestyle.
We offer a range of services, including hearing tests, hearing aid fittings, and ongoing support and maintenance. Our team will work with you to ensure that you are comfortable and confident using your new hearing aid.
We also offer a range of financing options to make hearing aids more affordable. Our goal is to ensure that everyone who needs a hearing aid can access one.
If you’re considering a worn in the ear hearing aid, schedule an appointment with one of our hearing specialists today. We’ll help you find the best hearing aid for you and ensure that you’re on your way to better hearing.
