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New hearing aids: Is it time to upgrade your hearing aids?

There are many reasons you may want to consider getting new hearing aids. In our experience the most common reasons are:

  1. You want to experience the highest sound quality available
  2. You have noticed changes in your hearing ability
  3. Your hearing aids don’t seem to be working properly
  4. Your hearing needs have changed (due to either health or lifestyle changes)

You can learn more about each of the four reasons below.

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Are you new to hearing aids? Read more about how to find the right type for you:
Hearing aids: what to know about types, features and prices
Guide to finding the right hearing aid: 3-step guide to choosing the right hearing aid model

1. You want to experience the highest sound quality available

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Today’s digital hearing aids are smarter than ever. Their advanced technology can offer a level of speech understanding that is close to normal hearing (compared to previous generations of hearing aids). They include new features and benefits which allow you to:

  • Support your brain in differentiating between speech and background noise
  • Improve comprehension and reduce fatigue
  • Adjust automatically to the specific listening situation in order to optimize performance
  • Connect easily to various electronic devices (TVs, computers, smartphones, etc.)
  • Have more options for size, fit and colour preferences
  • Wear almost invisible hearing aids
  • Wear more comfortable devices
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2. You have noticed changes in your hearing ability

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Whether you wear hearing aids or not, age-related hearing loss can worsen over time. This is why we recommend an annual check-up with your hearing care professional. You might notice that you don’t get the same performance from your hearing aids as you once did. In this case your hearing loss level might have changed beyond the range of your current hearing aids.

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Considering the following questions can help you decide whether you need to adjust your hearing aid or upgrade to a more powerful device that suits your changing hearing needs:

  • Do you turn up the volume on your hearing aids more often than you used to?
  • Do you not hear as well with your hearing aids as you used to?

If you purchased your hearing aids at HearingLife, you are invited for a check-up every six months (as part of the 360-AfterCare Guarantee). These regular check-ups can serve as a way to receive adjustments to your hearing aids, ensuring that your hearing aids continue to serve you well. 

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3. Your hearing aids don’t seem to to be working properly

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Hearing aids usually last between three to seven years. There are a number of factors affecting the lifetime of a hearing aid, including how well the hearing aid was built, how well the hearing aid is maintained, and how much wear and tear the hearing aid goes through while being worn.

Do you experience any of the following changes in your hearing aid? If you experience any of the following changes, you might consider getting an adjustment, a repair, or a new device:

  • Does your hearing device buzz, whistle or give feedback?
  • Do you have trouble hearing speech in noisy situations?
  • Do you have trouble hearing phone conversations?
  • Are your hearing aids not working as well as they used to?
  • Is it more tiring using your hearing aids than it used to be?

You are welcome to contact us, to find out if your hearing aid can be fixed by adjusting or repairing it.

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Receiver-in-the-ear (RITE Hearing Aids)

One popular type of hearing aid is the RITE (Receiver-in-the-ear) model. 

  • Suited for mild to profound hearing loss
  • All components are housed behind the ear with a clear tube leading to an earpiece that fits inside your ear
  • Modern hearing devices are sleeker and slimmer than older versions and are great for people with dexterity challenges or visual impairment
  • While modern behind-the-ear models are very discreet, they are not as invisible as in-the-ear hearing aids
  • Feature powerful technology and typically have more feature options than in-the-ear hearing aids
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In-the-ear

There are five types of in-the-ear hearing aids, ranging from the invisible-in-the-canal to the full shell in-the-ear hearing aid:

  • Suited for mild to severe hearing loss
  • The smallest hearing aid style is virtually invisible inside the ear
  • The full shell hearing aid style fits inside the outer bowl of the ear
  • All types are custom-made to suit the shape of your ear, ensuring optimal comfort and sound quality
  • Some models offer Bluetooth® technology so that you can stream sound from your phone, computer, or TV
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Rechargeable hearing aids

Several hearing aid brands offer rechargeable hearing aid models. When you meet with one of our professionals, they can advise whether rechargeable hearing devices are a good fit for you. 

  • Rechargeable batteries are replaced every 4-5 years (on average)
  • Recharging is simple
  • Three to four hours of charge provides a full day's charge
  • Save money over time
  • All-day use
  • Environmentally friendly
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Invisible hearing aids

Modern hearing devices are more discreet than ever before. In fact, many hearing aids are practically invisible. Designed to be especially discreet, the smallest variants of in-the-ear hearing aids are placed inside the ear canal. Examples of these include:

  • Invisible-in-the-canal
  • Completely-in-the-canal
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Bluetooth® hearing aids

Bluetooth® hearing devices can be used for many activities by connecting remotely to the devices mentioned below, turning your hearing aids into a wireless headset.

  • Hear phone conversations more clearly
  • Listen to your favourite TV program at your own chosen volume setting
  • Listen to music and podcasts on your device
  • Enjoy better sound quality on video chats and TV programs
  • Benefit from phone apps designed for Bluetooth® hearing aids
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4. Your hearing needs have changed (due to either health or lifestyle changes)

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Changing hearing needs at work, home or in social settings may demand new hearing aid features or technology. This may be the case if you, for example, were originally fitted for hearing aids based on a quieter lifestyle.

If you then experience certain lifestyle changes such as moving into a group home or getting involved in social activities, you may have a new need for hearing aids with more power or new capabilities.

If you are wondering whether a new hearing aid could improve your hearing, you are welcome to contact us for advice and a free hearing aid trial. 

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You can also study our 3-step guide to finding hearing aids that suit your current hearing needs.

Guide to choosing the right hearing aids

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