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What Are PSAPs?
Much different than hearing aids, personal sound amplification products (PSAPs) are used by patients to help with nothing more than mild hearing loss. They are sold without a prescription and cannot be customized to the patient’s specific needs or hearing...
What Are The Early Signs Of Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss is one of the most common ailments in the US today. Sadly, it’s just not openly discussed, making it seem more isolating than it really is. When I take a patient’s case history, I rarely encounter a family that doesn’t have at least one person, usually...
How We Can Professionally Clean Your Hearing Aids in Alaska
Hearing aids, just like any investment, require a certain level of maintenance to ensure you are getting the most out of them. As they sit directly inside your ears, earwax can accumulate in the hearing aid opening where the sound comes out. Not only is it hygienic to...
Do Hearing Aids Reduce Tinnitus?
Are you bothered by persistent buzzing or ringing in the ears? Are you wondering if hearing aids would help? When you have tinnitus, those around you can't hear what you hear. But other sufferers know exactly how you feel. Tinnitus affects up to 15% of the world's...
When is The Best Time to Upgrade Hearing Aids?
Do you remember the first time you got your hearing aids, and how much it changed your life? Well, technology is advancing at a faster rate than ever before, meaning you will expect to see an even more significant difference in your hearing following an upgrade! With...
Hearing Aid Repairs: How Much Do They Cost?
Getting a pair of quality hearing aids can be life-changing. No doubt, hearing devices enhance your quality of life by eliminating communication challenges and increasing your awareness of the environment around you. Superior aids make it possible for you to interact...
And Our ‘Hear for the Holidays’ Winner is…
The whole team is happy to announce that the winner of its seasonal competition, “Hear for the Holidays,” is Wayde Carroll! Back in November, we asked locals to nominate someone in need of hearing support. Our team then voted for the person who they felt most deserved...
Hearing Aid Issues with Static on Apple 12th Generation Devices
Alaska Hearing & Tinnitus Center is thrilled that tech companies are finally making a concerted effort to make cell phones more compatible with hearing aids. The Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 required the FCC to ensure that all "essential" telephones be...
How Much Are Hearing Aids in Alaska?
The Short Answer: The investment varies from around $3,000 to $8,500 depending on the level of technology and the complexity of the selected treatment plan. Some people favor a low monthly payment plan and others prefer to invest in their long-term hearing healthcare...
Can COVID-19 Cause Sudden Hearing Loss (SSHL)?
I’m sure you’re aware that COVID-19 can lead to a huge range of health issues and is mainly associated with respiratory problems. But recent research has shown that it may also cause hearing damage. In particular, specialists at University College London (UK) say the...