Most hearing aids last five to seven years. Manufacturers usually stop making parts for hearing aids after about five years, so older hearing aids are repaired at an all make repair facility, often with used parts. The older the hearing… Read More
Archive for June, 2017
Weird and Interesting Facts About the Human Ear
While everyone knows that you hear using your ears there is a lot more to the human ear than meets the eye. Here are some facts about the human ear you may not have heard before.
When Should You Be Wearing Your Earplugs?
It’s obviously not very practical to walk around all day with earplugs in your ears, even if the decibels around you are exceeding the limit of what your ears can take without damage. We don’t always expect loud noises, and… Read More
What is Ear Wax Removal and When Do You Need It?
Ear wax removal is a procedure that many different people, of all ages, need to hear clearly. Of course, it’s important to visit your doctor at Bay Area Audiology to determine if the problem is related to ear wax build-up… Read More
How Can You Protect Your Newborn Baby’s Hearing?
Disregarding some conditions that a baby could be born with, a newborn’s hearing should be nearly perfect. At the start of its life, you have the chance to make sure its hearing is as good as possible, for as long… Read More