Frequently Asked Questions
How does someone know that they have a hearing loss?
What should I do if I do not have a hearing loss?
If you discover, after a hearing evaluation, that you do not have a hearing loss, it is strongly recommended that you wear custom hearing protection. These are available at Advanced Hearing Aid Center and most insurance companies offer a benefit to help with the purchase of these devices. Custom hearing protection is available for many different recreational activities.
What can I do to help a loved one with a hearing loss?
If you know someone with a hearing loss who is reluctant to get help, here are some practical ways to help them break through their denial and seek a solution.
- Stop repeating yourself. First explain that you're doing this because you want him or her to realize how often they need repetition. Then establish a code phrase such as "hearing help" that you will say each time they ask you to repeat yourself. By doing this they will still get the repetition they ask for but will also get the message that they need more help than they thought.
- Do not allow yourself to be the family interpreter. Avoid telling your loved one what others have said when they do not hear, either on the telephone or in person. Allow your loved one to get that information directly from the source.
- Stop accepting excuses for not getting help. Be truthful with yourself and your loved one about how their hearing loss impacts you and others. Don’t let your own fear of conflict stand in the way of getting real help for them.
- Talk to them. Avoid being demanding or threatening. Educate yourself about hearing loss and the solutions that are available. Be sensitive in how you broach the topic of seeking treatment by offering choices and options.
- Encourage a hearing test. Annual hearing tests are recommended for people of all ages. Offer to have your hearing tested along with your loved one to help ease any fears that they may have.
How much do hearing aids cost?
Hearing aids range from $750 to $3,500 each depending on your individual hearing loss, ear canal anatomy and lifestyle needs. At Advanced Hearing Aid Center we take a unique approach to choosing the hearing aid that is right for you. Our pricing is based on the technology inside of the hearing aid, not based on the size of the hearing aid. By doing this we ensure that you are wearing the hearing aid that is perfect for your personal hearing needs.
Does Insurance cover the cost of hearing aids?
Most insurance companies will pay something towards the purchase of new hearing aids. The average benefit is $1,000 towards a new set of hearing aids. Bring all insurance coverage information with you to your appointment and our staff is able to contact your insurance to confirm your available hearing aid benefit.
How long does it take to adjust to hearing aids?
This varies from person to person. Success with hearing aids depends on a persons commitment to following the aural rehabilitation program set out by our hearing specialist.
Why should I choose Advanced Hearing Aid Center
A hearing aid is a custom prosthetic computer for the ear....fitting this prosthetic device in a person's ear takes and incredible amount of study and experience to master. Each person has their own individual hearing loss and their own individual physical make-up (ear-canal) which all play a part in finding and fitting the appropriate hearing instruments. If this is not done correctly, you will be unhappy and unsatisfied.
Our specialist, Aaron Marquis, started his career in the field of Hearing Instrument Sciences by building and repairing custom hearing instruments over 30 years ago. This experience allows him to fully understand the dynamics of fitting these custom prosthetic devices. He is a licensed Hearing Aid Dispenser with the State of California and Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences. He is a graduate from the American Conference of Audioprosthology and the ONLY specialist on the Central Coast with a Masters Certificate in Auditory Prosthetics.
