Hear The Truth. The Clear Facts About Hearing Loss. The signs of loss. The indications of hearing loss are unique for everyone. But most people who begin to question the quality of their hearing share certain common symptoms. Typical clues include: • Particular words or portions of words are difficult for you to understand • You request others to repeat themselves too frequently. • Phone calls are hard for you to fully understand. • You’ve turned the TV or radio up too levels that annoy others. • You have difficulty hearing clearly in noisy environments. Hearing loss can be slow and subtle. It can also slowly and subtly isolate you from people you love to be with and things you love to do. Hearing loss can impact work performance, personal relationships, social interaction and your confidence. Untreated hearing loss may even lead to isolation and depression. It doesn’t have to be that way. The origins of loss. The causes of hearing loss are varied: genetics, environment, injury, infection and sometimes simple wax build-up. The results can be frustrating. There are two basic types of hearing loss: conductive and sensorineural. Conductive loss involves the structure of the outer and middle ear. Excessive wax build-up, ear infection or damage prevent the transmission of sound vibrations. This condition is normally corrected by medical treatment or surgery. In the case of sensorineural, also referred to as “nerve deafness,” the inner ear nerve endings stop processing sound waves effectively. Sensorineural is the most common type of hearing loss, often caused by prolonged exposure to loud noise and the inevitable aging process. A loss of this nature can generally be greatly improved with hearing aid amplification. Personalized Solutions. For over 60 years, Miracle-Ear has offered March 2011 some of the most comprehensive services and advanced products. We recognize that each of our customers are faced with unique issues. We have developed systems, solutions and a clear Miracle-Ear Experience™ that treats each customer specifically, personally and fully. • Science. Our 100% digital product line is built on the world’s most advanced audio technology. Digital hearing systems provide some of the greatest clarity, quality and versatility possible. Digital science offers improved listening flexibility while programmability allows us to precisely tailor a system to your unique lifestyle. • Solutions. At Miracle-Ear, it’s not simply about placing an amplifier in your ear. Our goal is to install total confidence. We have designed Solution Packages that are based exclusively on results we obtain from you through a series of thorough tests, assessments and conversations. Our Hearing Solutions, state-of-the-art products, FREE aftercare and comprehensive warranty packages are second to none. We work with you to help provide the best hearing experience possible. Hearing loss is common. Too many Americans allow hearing loss to take away more than sounds. Over 36 million Americans experience some sort of measurable hearing loss. This includes one out of four people over the age of 55. Despite this figure, only a small percentage have taken the positive step of getting hearing help. No hearing aid can completely restore natural hearing. But hearing aids can restore the natural interactions, activities and joys in your life. Hear the good news. Hearing loss is the quiet thief of self-confidence and the simple pleasure of communication. Hearing loss is the slow disabler of lives and relationships. Hearing loss gets away with far more damage than it ever should. Miracle-Ear hopes you will seriously consider your current hearing status. Please call us or stop by for an initial free, no obligation hearing test. Hear the truth and decide for yourself. Frequently Asked Questions Q: With so many choices, which hearing aid is best for me? A: Every person has a unique hearing profile. A hearing aid that might work well for one person would fall short for another. The best hearing aid investment will result from the thorough hearing evaluation and consultation you’ll receive at a Miracle-Ear® Hearing Aid Center. During this in-depth, personalized consultation we’ll listen to you and learn about your lifestyle so we can accurately address your specific hearing needs. We consider many things in the selection of your hearing solution: • Your hearing needs. We’ll want to learn where and in which environments you have the most difficulty. This will help us determine the level of technology you need. • Degree of hearing loss Once we establish this, we can recommend a hearing aid that will best meet your needs. • Hearing with both ears. We evaluate your hearing needs in both ears as we have found that over 80% of individuals require two hearing instruments to best meet their hearing needs. Q: Will wearing a hearing aid restore my hearing? A: Just as eyeglasses do not restore your vision, hearing aids do not restore your hearing. But with our extensive hearing consultation, we will provide you with the best recommendation to help improve your hearing. Q: How long does it take to adjust to new hearing aids? A: Initial benefits are usually experienced in just a few weeks. However, since hearing is typically lost over time, it can take up to several months to completely adjust. We will partner with you throughout this process to help you adjust as quickly as possible. Q: Is it possible that no one will notice my hearing aids? A: You will be pleasantly surprised by how far hearing aid technology has come! Miracle-Ear has a wide variety of hearing aid solutions including our popular Nearly Invisible hearing aids. But consider this: hearing aid wearers and their families often comment that hearing loss is far more evident than any size or model hearing aid. www.havredailynews.com 10