There are several types of hearing aids: behind-the-ear, in-the-ear, and canal aids.  Each is a different size and shape and is inserted in the ear or sits behind the ear. 

The type of hearing aid recommended depends on several factors…

• the shape of the outer ear, some ears may not accommodate behind-the-ear hearing aids
• the depth of the depression near the ear canal, ears that are too shallow may not accept in-the-ear hearing aids
• the kind and level of hearing loss, a great amount of  hearing loss  may require an in-the-ear hearing aid
• the manual dexerity of the individual to remove and insert hearing aids, some people have problems with the smaller in-the-canal models
• the amount of wax buildup in the ear, too much wax or moisture may limit use of in-the-ear hearing aids
• other ear complications, ears that require drainage may not be able to use certain hearing aid models

If you or someone you love is experiencing hearing loss, call Saline Audiology and schedule and appointment to find out what hearing aid is right for you!        501-778-3868 or 501-922-0053