Hearing Aid Types

There are five basic types of hearing instruments. Our Audiologist will help you to decide which type is best for your hearing loss

BODY WORN (POCKET ) HEARING AID -

Consist of a small box that contains the microphone and amplifier, a cord with a receiver and an earmould. These models are less difficult to use and more economical but have very limited features and poor cosmetic look.

BEHIND - THE - EAR (BTE)

Behind -the-ear hearing aid are placed behind the user's ear and connected to an ear mould by a tube. BTE instruments can assist more types of hearing loss than any other instruments.

IN-THE-EAR ( ITE )

An ITE instrument is completely contained in a Custom - made acrylic shell or casing that fits into the outer ear. ITE's are easy to handle and give you easy assess to controls . They are suitable for mild to serve hearing loss.

IN-THE-CANAL ( ITC)

Somewhat smaller than an ITE , ITC device is Custom - made to fit the contours of your ear canal. ITCs are discreet , yet visible within the our ear. They are suitable for mild to mederately severe hearing loss.

COMPLETELY - IN-THE-CANAL ( CIC)

The tiny CIC instrument fits so deep in ear canals that it is practically invisible . A small nylon cord assits easy insertion or removal. Like ITCs, these instruments can be used for mild to moderately severe hearing loss.