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@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
@shoesnbags wrote:In reading Halfpint's thread, I noticed that we have quite a few posters who wear hearing aids and seem to be happy with them. As someone who probably has hearing aids in my future (not there yet), I'd love to know what kind you have - in the ear, outside the ear, features, etc. Also, where did you purchase?
I've had several family members who were not happy with their hearing aids, so they didn't wear them. Also, I have a pixie haircut, so I can't imagine that the devices wouldn't show unless they were inside the ear.
Guess I'm worried to spend so much money on something I'd end up not liking. These boards are always such a great source of personal experiences so I thought I'd ask.
@shoesnbags - In my family, hearing loss is hereditary so it was only a matter of time before I needed aids. Since my older sister was already wearing them, and seemed to like her in the canal style, that's what I chose for my first pair, even though my audiologist recommended the behind the ear style. OMG, tried as I might I had a terriible time with them. They wouldn't actually fall out of my ear, but every time I'd yawn, cough, chew, etc. they would unseat themselves and I'd have to reseat them back in again. It turns out that I have a bit of a structural problem in my ear to where the canal takes an odd turn. My next pair, I chose the behind the ear style and have been wearing that kind ever since. They are very tiny and practically unnoticable. The wire that connects the aid to the dome (the part that sits in the ear) is very thin. I no longer have a dome tip, but a custom made piece that fits in my ear. Depending on your type of loss, your audiologist will recommned the type of tip that's best for you, dome, custom made, occluded, unoccluded. Rest assured that you will get a warranty with your aids. If you choose one style and don't like it, you can return and get the other style. Be sure to check with your audiologist as to their policy and limitation. My aids are Widex Evoke 440. They were expensive, but I'm very happy with them. They can be programmed for the most common hearing situations the wearer finds themself in - normal, crowd, music, etc. There are several to choose from. I press a little button on the back of it to select the situation I'm in. I can also do it from my iPhone. They are also Bluetooth capable, which comes in very handy. No, I'm not crazy about the cost, especially since it's all out of pocket, but they are a needed medical assitance for me, the same what someone may need eyeglasses, a wheelchair, a custom outfitted vehicle, an oxygen machine, or service animal. Being able to hear well shouldn't be taken lightly or ignored just because hearing aids are pricey. Realize too, that your aids will need to be replaced from time to time. Your loss will increase and technology improves. Sometimes you can go in and just get some minor adjustments made, but there will be times when you'll just need to replace the aids.
When you buy aids anywhere but at a audiologist's office, you won't have the option of custom made ear molds. Those "hearing aid dispensers" only run a limited amount of tests to narrow down an option or two for you. They are not audiologists and do not have the kind of training in diagnosing certain things, nor are they aware of advances in audiological science. They are just employees who are there to sell you something.
Today I had my hearing checked by the audiologist at my ENT's office and decided to get my first pair of hearing aids. I came back to re-read this thread and I see that I'm getting the exact same model as you - the Widex Evoke 440. It's reassuring to hear that you've been happy with yours. I will be purchasing from the audiologist as so many helpful posters suggested and I'm looking forward to better hearing in the future. Thanks for the detailed reply to my original question about hearing aids.
And thanks again to everyone for all of the helpful hints and suggestions!
@shoesnbags wrote:
@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
@shoesnbags wrote:In reading Halfpint's thread, I noticed that we have quite a few posters who wear hearing aids and seem to be happy with them. As someone who probably has hearing aids in my future (not there yet), I'd love to know what kind you have - in the ear, outside the ear, features, etc. Also, where did you purchase?
I've had several family members who were not happy with their hearing aids, so they didn't wear them. Also, I have a pixie haircut, so I can't imagine that the devices wouldn't show unless they were inside the ear.
Guess I'm worried to spend so much money on something I'd end up not liking. These boards are always such a great source of personal experiences so I thought I'd ask.
@shoesnbags - In my family, hearing loss is hereditary so it was only a matter of time before I needed aids. Since my older sister was already wearing them, and seemed to like her in the canal style, that's what I chose for my first pair, even though my audiologist recommended the behind the ear style. OMG, tried as I might I had a terriible time with them. They wouldn't actually fall out of my ear, but every time I'd yawn, cough, chew, etc. they would unseat themselves and I'd have to reseat them back in again. It turns out that I have a bit of a structural problem in my ear to where the canal takes an odd turn. My next pair, I chose the behind the ear style and have been wearing that kind ever since. They are very tiny and practically unnoticable. The wire that connects the aid to the dome (the part that sits in the ear) is very thin. I no longer have a dome tip, but a custom made piece that fits in my ear. Depending on your type of loss, your audiologist will recommned the type of tip that's best for you, dome, custom made, occluded, unoccluded. Rest assured that you will get a warranty with your aids. If you choose one style and don't like it, you can return and get the other style. Be sure to check with your audiologist as to their policy and limitation. My aids are Widex Evoke 440. They were expensive, but I'm very happy with them. They can be programmed for the most common hearing situations the wearer finds themself in - normal, crowd, music, etc. There are several to choose from. I press a little button on the back of it to select the situation I'm in. I can also do it from my iPhone. They are also Bluetooth capable, which comes in very handy. No, I'm not crazy about the cost, especially since it's all out of pocket, but they are a needed medical assitance for me, the same what someone may need eyeglasses, a wheelchair, a custom outfitted vehicle, an oxygen machine, or service animal. Being able to hear well shouldn't be taken lightly or ignored just because hearing aids are pricey. Realize too, that your aids will need to be replaced from time to time. Your loss will increase and technology improves. Sometimes you can go in and just get some minor adjustments made, but there will be times when you'll just need to replace the aids.
When you buy aids anywhere but at a audiologist's office, you won't have the option of custom made ear molds. Those "hearing aid dispensers" only run a limited amount of tests to narrow down an option or two for you. They are not audiologists and do not have the kind of training in diagnosing certain things, nor are they aware of advances in audiological science. They are just employees who are there to sell you something.Today I had my hearing checked by the audiologist at my ENT's office and decided to get my first pair of hearing aids. I came back to re-read this thread and I see that I'm getting the exact same model as you - the Widex Evoke 440. It's reassuring to hear that you've been happy with yours. I will be purchasing from the audiologist as so many helpful posters suggested and I'm looking forward to better hearing in the future. Thanks for the detailed reply to my original question about hearing aids.
And thanks again to everyone for all of the helpful hints and suggestions!
@shoesnbags I wish you great success with them. You will be amazed when you start hearing things you didn’t realize you were missing. I’ve come to really like the Bluetooth feature too. One more thing I would like to recommend is a drying box. Now that you’ve made this investment for better hearing, a drying box will help to take care of your aids. Perspiration can damage the internal components causing them to short or break. I use a PerfectDry Lux Heaing Aid Cleaning and Drying System. It’s a small box that uses a very quiet fan and UV light. Your audiologist might sell it out if the office, but they are usually cheaper on Amazon - around $50 bucks. I’ve used another kind of drying box before that required replacing desiccant bricks every so often and I like this new one a whole lot more. I keep it on my nightstand where I can put my aids in and run the 30 minute cycle when I go to bed. The box is small enough to travel conveniently as well.
Again, good luck with the new aids and here’s to better hearing!
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