A hearing aid is a small electronic device that one can wear in or behind the ear. Hearing aids makes it possible for someone with hearing loss to listen, speak and communicate. A hearing aid has three essential parts; a microphone, amplifier and speaker. There are different hearing aids, including In-the-ear and behind-the-ear hearing aid.
In-the-ear hearing aids
In-the-ear (ITE) hearing aid includes all hearing aids worn inside the ear. This includes In-the-canal, completely-in-canal and invisible-in-canal hearing aids. ITE aids are usually custom-fit, depending on your specialist's impression at consultation takes. They are available in different colours to match skin tone.
Pros
- They are discreet and are barely visible
- Suitable for people who wear glasses
- They are cosier to wear during sports
Cons
- They are only appropriate for individuals with mild or moderate hearing loss.
- They are susceptible to moisture.
Behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids
Behind-the-ear aids sit behind or on the outer ear with a tube that goes into the canal. The tube transfers sound to the ear canal via a custom-fit ear mould. They are available in standard, mini and power models. They are also available in different colours to match skin tone and hair.
Pros
- They contain multiple features. Due to their size, they contain space for additional features that help improve the hearing experience. These features may lack in-ear hearing aids as they are smaller and have no room to fit extra elements.
- They have better battery life. The rechargeable option is also available.
- Size is easy to hold and adjust.
- They are very comfortable and easy to clean and maintain
Behind-the-ear hearing aids are very visible. Hence, if you prefer discreet hearing aids, they might not be your option.
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