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Hearing Aid Styles
Hearing aids come in a variety of styles. The Hearing Assessment Center is always at the forefront of the latest and greatest digital hearing aids on the market today. Below are examples of different types of hearing technology we offer at our practice locations in Lutherville, Baltimore & Bel Air, MD.
Hearing aids come in a variety of styles. Below are examples of different styles of hearing technology.
AGX9is
This is a true custom device, made from deep-canal impression of the ear canal(s). It is completely invisible, and, because of the custom fit, better tolerated by many ear canals. It is self-inserted and removed. The fact that it rests on the deep portion of the ear canal provides the same remarkable hearing results.
Benefits of the AGX9is:
- 100% custom, invisible when worn, digital and fully programmable
- Most likely will work for you even if you're not a candidate for other deep canal products
- Natural sounding
- Virtually feedback FREE - no more whistling or buzzing
- Designed to be removed daily to promote better ear health.
Open Fit
For mild to moderate hearing loss and the perception
of Sound Voids™
- A hard-molded, plastic case is worn behind the ear, and a clear plastic tube wraps into the ear canal. A small, soft silicone dome holds the tube in place inside of the ear canal
- May be barely visible depending on case color
- The lightweight tube and soft tip provide optimum comfort and minimal visibility
Mini-Canal (MC)
For mild to moderately-severe hearing loss
and the perception of Sound Voids™
- All components contained in a custom-fit, hard-molded plastic shell
- Fits inside the ear canal
- Barely or not at all visible in the ear canal
Half Shell (HS)
For mild to severe hearing loss and the perception
of Sound Voids™
- All components contained in a custom-fit, hard-molded plastic shell
- Fills a portion of the bowl of the ear
- Visible in the ear
Behind the Ear (BTE)
For mild to profound hearing loss and the perception of Sound Voids™
- All components contained in a case that is worn behind the ear
- A hard-molded, plastic case is worn behind the ear, and a custom-fit earmold extends into the ear
- May be barely visible depending on case color and earmold color
In-the-Ear (ITE)
For mild to severe hearing loss and the perception
of Sound Voids™
- All components contained in a custom-fit, hard-molded plastic shell
- Fills the entire bowl of the ear
- Visible in the ear
In-the-Canal (ITC)
For mild to moderately-severe hearing loss
and the perception of Sound Voids™
- All components contained in a custom-fit, hard-molded plastic shell
- Fits outside the ear canal
- Slightly visible in the ear
Lyric Hearing
Lyric Hearing is a breakthrough you’ve been waiting for: the first 100% invisible extended wear hearing solution. Unlike a traditional daily wear hearing aid, Lyric is worn 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for months at a time. Lyric is a non-surgical solution that works with your ear’s anatomy to provide clear, natural sound quality.
Choosing the right hearing aid depends of the type of lifestyle that you live. Click here to see what lifestyle you fit into: Hearing Aid Comparison
Hearing Aid Accessories
Dehumidifiers
Dehumidifiers are conditioning systems
for all types of hearing instruments
- traditional hearing systems as well
as cochlear implant equipment, noise
maskers, ear monitors, and more. While
you sleep, it removes moisture, dries
earwax, kills germs, and deodorizes your
hearing instruments.
For most users, results can include:
- Fewer repairs
- Better sound quality
- Relief from itchy ears
- Longer battery life
- Fresh and clean hearing devices
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