Types of Hearing Aids

Behind the Ear Hearing Aids

The most familiar hearing aid style, Behind-The-Ear (BTE) aids, are housed in a durable case that rests on the back of the outer ear. These aids are suitable for the widest range of hearing loss, including profound hearing loss.


ADVANTAGES
  • Easy to handle, insert and adjust.
  • Suitable for all levels of hearing loss.
  • Can fit many features.
  • Larger batteries for longer battery life.
DISADVANTAGES
  • More visible than smaller models.
  • More sensitive to wind.
In the Canal Hearing Aids

The most familiar hearing aid style, Behind-The-Ear (BTE) aids, are housed in a durable case that rests on the back of the outer ear. These aids are suitable for the widest range of hearing loss, including profound hearing loss.


ADVANTAGES
  • Discreet.
  • Natural hearing experience due to microphone's placement close to the eardrum.
  • Cuts down on feedback due to placement.
  • Stay in place.
DISADVANTAGES
  • Short battery life due to small batteries.
  • More difficult to insert than larger styles such as in-the-ear (ITE) hearing aids.
  • Prone to moisture/earwax build-up.
  • Fewer features than larger models.
Completely in the Canal Hearing Aids

CICs are the smallest hearing aid style except for invisible-in-the-canal (IIC) hearing aids. They fit inside the ear canal, with only a small portion of the face visible, making them difficult to notice. A tiny cord helps you insert and remove the device.


ADVANTAGES
  • Very discreet.
  • Custom fit.
  • Natural hearing experience due to microphone's placement close to the eardrum.
  • Low feedback due to placement.
  • Stay in place.
DISADVANTAGES
  • Short battery life due to small battery.
  • More difficult to insert than larger styles such as in-the-ear (ITE) hearing aids.
  • Prone to moisture/earwax build-up.
  • Fewer features than larger models.
  • Can be difficult to fit in some ear canals.
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