Hearing Aid Styles
CIC
(Completely-in-the-canal)
CIC style hearing aids are custom molded to fit deep in the ear canal for a sleek and invisible hearing device.
Improves wind noise reduction
Only appropriate for mild-moderate hearing losses
Not rechargeable
ITC
(In-the-canal)
ITC hearing aids are custom molded to fit deep in the ear canal, and are a little bigger than the CIC style. This size difference allows for increased power from the devices.
Improved wind noise reduction
Direct connectivity to smartphones for hands-free calls and audio streaming
Appropriate for mild-severe hearing losses
Not rechargeable
ITE
(In-the-ear)
ITE hearing aids are custom molded to fit deep in the ear canal and fill up the “bowl” of the outer ear.
Improved wind noise reduction
Direct connectivity to smartphones for hands-free calls and audio streaming
Appropriate for mild-severe hearing losses
Ability to be rechargeable (Starkey)
Increased retention for more secure fit
RIC
(Receiver-in-the-ear)
RIC hearing aids sit discretely behind the ear with a thin wire coming down around the front of the ear and into the ear canal.
Direct connectivity to smartphones for hands-free calls and audio streaming
Ability to be rechargeable
Appropriate for mild to profound hearing losses
Most popular style of hearing aid
Ear canal remains open for more natural sound quality*
*Depending on type and degree of hearing loss
BTE
(Behind-the-ear)
BTE style hearing aids sit behind the ear with a tube coming down around the front of the ear and attaches to an earmold that sits in the ear canal.
Direct connectivity to smartphones for hands-free calls and audio streaming
Ability to be rechargeable
Appropriate for moderate to profound hearing losses
Tubing needs to be changed regularly
Most durable hearing aid available
Rechargeable
Select styles and brands of hearing aids have to ability to be rechargeable, which lessens the stress of changing batteries in your hearing aids weekly.
Great option for individuals with limited dexterity
One charge typically lasts 18-20 hours
CIC
ITC
RIC
ITE
BTE
Hearing Aid Accessories
TV Streamer
Audio from the TV can be sent direct to your hearing aids, which allows for improved speech clarity and understanding, and the ability to independently adjust the TV volume without affecting the sound for those around you.
Remote Control
Remote controls allow for quick and easy control of your hearing aids without having to use your smartphone.
Multi-Microphone
Many different multi-microphones are available, which allows for improved clarity of speech and reduced background noise in difficult listening environments. Use this device in a meeting, during class, in a restaurant, or anywhere where it is difficult to hear a speaker or presenter.
Hearing Aid Brands
We work with all major hearing aid manufacturers and offer several technology levels including advanced, mid-range and entry level hearing aids. Give us a call and we can discuss which device is right for you!
