{"id":1578,"date":"2021-09-16T15:17:42","date_gmt":"2021-09-16T22:17:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oregonent.com\/?p=1578"},"modified":"2024-07-11T16:20:35","modified_gmt":"2024-07-11T23:20:35","slug":"how-to-best-care-for-your-hearing-aids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oregonent.com\/how-to-best-care-for-your-hearing-aids\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Best Care for Your Hearing Aids"},"content":{"rendered":"
The right hearing aids allow you to maintain your connections with others, participate in all the activities you enjoy and improve the quality of your life. When you find the right pair, making sure they are properly cared for is essential to ensure they last longer and provide you with quality hearing treatment for years to come.<\/p>\n
Thankfully there are many things you can do (and a few things not to do) that make it easy to best care for your hearing aids. Below are a few tips and best practices, but it\u2019s always important to talk with your hearing professional and work with them to create a routine and follow whatever instructions they give you.<\/p>\n
When earwax and other debris build up in your hearing aids it can block microphone and speaker openings which negatively affect performance and sound quality. Remember to wipe off your hearing aids at the end of each day to avoid any buildup and maintain the performance of the device. If your hearing aids come with a brush, using it on the speaker and microphone covers can also prevent buildup.<\/p>\n
Just like you make sure to take your car into Kelly\u2019s Automotive Service<\/a> for regular maintenance, it\u2019s equally important to have your hearing professional check and clean your hearing aids to maintain optimal performance. They can give your hearing aids a more thorough cleaning than you can at home and can also use this time to perform any updates or replace any parts<\/a> as needed.<\/p>\nA Few Other Good Habits<\/h3>\n