Hearing aid companies are popping up everywhere. We’re sure you’ve been targeted with their ads on social media and in the mail. There are some good and negative aspects to this. On the one hand, we’re delighted that more and more attention is being given to people...
Technological advancements over the last decade have been significant within the hearing care industry, giving people the confidence to take the first step and improve their hearing health. Despite the improvements in technology leading to hearing aids becoming more...
Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid options are quickly becoming readily available across the US. You can purchase them in stores or by mail order, making them a convenient option for those who can’t visit an audiologist. At the forefront, it sounds like a great idea....
OTC stands for "Over the Counter” and represents amplification devices that may be purchased online or in a store without an evaluation by a hearing healthcare professional. The reason that we see more OTC devices becoming available is because the FDA approved the...
If we have learned anything from this year, it’s how unpredictable and chaotic life can be. And, unfortunately, many people in San Antonio have been at the brunt of this, causing them serious financial burdens and impacting their hearing as a result. It upsets us...
Many of our patients here at Audicles Hearing Services take advantage of the great accessibility feature of iPhones that allow them to pair their hearing aids to their phones via Bluetooth. When Apple first introduced the feature, it was truly a game-changer for...
Worldwide estimates place the number of individuals affected by hearing loss at around 466 million people. Their quality of life is enhanced significantly with the use of hearing aids. As micro-digital technology continues to have a powerful impact on the hearing aid...
Every few years, there is a technology release in the world of hearing care that feels like a huge leap forward. From everything that I was reading in the run-up to the release of the ReSound ONE, it felt like this was going to be a big step forward. That’s why, when...
You may remember that back in August, we celebrated Hearing Health Awareness Month. This was a time where we worked hard to educate those in our community about the importance of regular hearing check-ups and appointments. The reason for this is that, often, people...
Every day, the team at Audicles sees firsthand how hearing care can transform the lives of those living across San Antonio. Infants who receive assistance below the age of six can develop their speech and language capabilities without a problem. Those who have had...
