What to Expect During Your Hearing Aid Pre-Fitting

Getting a new hearing aid can be a life changing event. It can also be a very difficult decision to make on the spot as well. So let’s go over what you can expect when purchasing a hearing aid and the pre-fitting of your new hearing aids.

• Types of hearing aids. There are a few different types of hearing aids that you can choose from. From a completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aid to a behind-the-ear (BTE) device, the choice can be endless. Be sure to go over the types of hearing aids that are best suited for your hearing loss as well as lifestyle with your hearing health professional.
• Cost. Cost is an important factor when it comes to choosing the hearing aid you will purchase. Hearing aids range in price greatly so be sure to go over all the options (that is options within the hearing aid itself), payment (is there a payment plan available?) and suitability to you and your hearing loss when it comes to making the choice.
• Earmolds. Depending on the type of hearing aid you choose to purchase an earmold impression may need to be taken. Be sure to listen to and follow the instructions of your hearing health professional prior to having the earmold impression taken. How to act or react to the earmold impression material while it is in your ear setting can greatly affect the earmold you receive with your new hearings.
• Testing.  Your hearing health professional will perform a few other tests once you have done your initial hearing test. All of these tests together help to ensure that the correct hearing aids is chosen to be purchased as well it also ensures that the correct fit and sound or performance of the hearing aid is present so that you can hear properly and comfortably with your new hearing aids.
• Pre-hearing aid instructions. Your hearing health professional will go over what to expect during your next appointment as well as what to expect after the appointment when you go about your daily life.

If you happen to have any questions regarding your new hearing aid, the fitting or your hearing loss be sure to ask your hearing health professional as soon as possible so that they can go over your questions and concerns as soon as possible to help alleviate any stress or anxiety you may have.