Questions to ask

The following are a few questions that you might want to ask your hearing healthcare professional before purchasing hearing aids:

How much does a hearing test cost?
The hearing assessment may be included in the price of the hearing aids or it may be priced separately. Ask your hearing healthcare professional.

How do I choose a hearing aid that is right for me?
Selecting hearing aids with the appropriate features will depend on many factors. It is important to consult a hearing healthcare professional who can offer recommendations and advice to help you choose the hearing aid that is best for your hearing loss and lifestyle. Remember that no hearing aid style is better than another: It is simply a matter of choosing the one that's right for you. Before choosing a style that's right for you, you should consider these factors: your particular hearing loss, ear anatomy, manual dexterity, lifestyle needs, cosmetic preferences, hearing aid functionality and cost.

Do I need one or two hearing aids?
Hearing Healthcare Professionals usually recommend wearing two hearing aids for people who have hearing loss in both ears. This is called a binaural fitting. Two hearing instruments help to improve hearing in noise, localize sound, and improve clarity and sound quality. Studies have shown that people are more satisfied with their hearing aids when they wear one in each ear.

Is there a trial period?
Many hearing healthcare providers offer a trial period so you can try hearing aids out for 30 to 60 days during which the instruments can be returned for a refund. During this time, the hearing healthcare provider can adjust the hearing aids to provide optimal comfort and sound so you can experience what it is like to wear hearing aids everyday.

Is financial assistance available for purchasing a hearing aid?
Some countries provide government support and coverage to help offset the cost of hearing aids and hearing evaluations. Ask your hearing healthcare professional for more information.