Fall is a time of change — shorter days, cooler air, and more time spent indoors with family and friends. For people who wear hearing aids, it’s also the perfect time to check in on how well your devices are performing before the busy holiday season begins. At Shohet Ear Associates, Orange County’s longest-standing hearing [...]
Our most commonly asked hearing aid questions, answered by Jillian Bassett, Au.D., CCC-A How do I know if I need hearing aids? What are the signs that it might be time for a hearing evaluation? The first signs are often subtle. You might find yourself asking people to repeat themselves more often, especially in noisy places [...]
You might be surprised to learn that earwax, medically referred to as cerumen, isn't just a byproduct of the body – it serves an important purpose! It acts as a natural lubricant and helps to protect the ear canal from dust, debris, and even infections. Earwax comes in two main types: wet, which is moist [...]
Have you ever felt a sense of fullness or pressure in your ears, as if they were plugged up? Or perhaps you've experienced popping, clicking sensations or even difficulty hearing? These symptoms could indicate a common condition called Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD). Let’s explore some of the leading causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for [...]
Hearing loss diagnoses are more common with each passing year and affect people of all ages. Some people experience a gradual decline in hearing as they get older, while others may have hearing loss due to genetics, exposure to loud noises, or medical conditions. Regardless of the cause, untreated hearing loss will impact your life and relationships with [...]
We all love our devices. Phones, laptops, and tablets keep us connected, entertained, and informed, but did you know these devices could also be putting your hearing at risk? Loud music, podcasts, and audiobooks all have the potential to damage your hearing over time. Past studies have shown that perhaps as many as 40 million [...]
Ever feel like your ear is clogged after a long surf session? Surfers and swimmers who regularly brave cold water might be familiar with a condition called surfer's ear, formally known as exostosis. This occurs when bony growths develop inside the ear canal due to repeated exposure to cold water and wind. While these growths [...]
Did you know over 740 million people globally grapple with tinnitus? That's nearly 1 in 10, struggling with a condition that often feels invisible and isolating. Traditional sound therapy has provided some relief, but for many, it hasn't been enough. That's where Lenire steps in. Good Morning America recently dove into this exciting technology, offering [...]
Two prevalent health conditions among older adults are quietly becoming a global epidemic - hearing loss and dementia. In fact, these seemingly unrelated issues are closely linked, with untreated hearing loss contributing to cognitive decline. The link between hearing loss and dementia has recently become of great interest to ear specialists. Research shows that individuals [...]
Much like an eye exam is crucial in the treatment of vision impairment, hearing tests are a vital diagnostic tool used to measure and treat hearing loss. A comprehensive hearing test, also known as an audiogram, has several parts, including: Pure-tone audiometry: This test measures hearing thresholds at different frequencies, from low-pitched to high-pitched sounds. [...]