Audiology & Hearing Aid Services
Services
The Audiologists at North Fulton Ear, Nose & Throat Associates are licensed doctors of Audiology who partner directly with our Otolaryngologists to identify and offer audiology and hearing aid services to all varieties of hearing issues. Our team of experts evaluates, treat, and rehabilitate patients for the complete range of ear problems, including hearing loss, single-sided deafness, tinnitus and balance.
Our Hearing Services:
- Diagnostic hearing evaluations (adult and pediatric)
- Hearing tests
- Cerumen management (earwax removal)
- Counseling for hearing loss and tinnitus
- Rehabilitation of hearing loss
- Hearing Aids
- State-of-the-art hearing aid and wireless digital technology
- Hearing aid cleanings, checks & maintenance
- Premium hearing aid batteries
- 30-day evaluation period for all hearing aid purchases
- Hearing Accessories
- Assistive listening and communication devices
- Custom ear molds: iPod or MP3 ear buds, swimmers, musicians, sportsmen
For more information about our audiology and hearing aid services, book an appointment for a hearing evaluation.
Types of Hearing Loss
Conductive: A problem with the outer or middle ear, conductive hearing loss is often medically or surgically treatable. A common example is chronic middle ear infection.
Sensorineural: The most common type, sensorineural hearing loss is a problem with the inner ear or the hearing nerve, is usually permanent, and can be rehabilitated with amplification through hearing aids.
Causes of Hearing Loss:
- Aging
- Repeated exposure to loud noises
- Infections
- Injuries to the head or ear
- Birth defects or genetics
- Ototoxic reaction to drugs or cancer treatment such as antibiotics, chemotherapy, or radiation
Common Signs of Hearing Loss
You may…
- Hear but not understand people
- Have difficulty understanding radio, television or public address systems
- Need to watch a person’s lips in order to understand
- Find yourself asking people to repeat what they have said
- Pretend to understand
- May avoid people and isolate yourself
- May find it emotionally and physically exhausting to communicate
- Think that you are the only one who has these difficulties
Effects of Untreated Hearing Loss
Many people put off getting proper audiology and hearing aid services for their hearing loss because they think it’s insignificant – something they can deal with by simply turning the TV louder or asking friends to repeat themselves. But research has linked untreated hearing loss to significant issues such as:
- Irritability, negativism and anger
- Fatigue, tension, stress and depression
- Avoidance or withdrawal from social situations
- Social rejection and loneliness
- Reduced alertness and increased risk to personal safety
- Impaired memory and ability to learn new tasks
- Reduced job performance and earning power
- Diminished psychological and overall health
*Information from American Academy of Audiology
For more information about hearing loss, book an appointment for a hearing evaluation.
