MedPark Hearing Center

Bluetooth is a wireless technology that gets rid of the clutters and confusion associated with wires. It sends and receives wireless signals from one device to another, and can be as simplified as traditional Wi-Fi. With the inclusion of the technology in hearing aids, an entirely new dimension of innovation has opened up.

The appropriately named CapTel makes specialized closed captioned telephones with screens attached. Just like a teleprompter, these screens show the captions of the conversation in real time. The best part about this service is that there is no recurring fee, with no changes to the current telephone bill. Setting it up involves nothing more than plugging the specialized phone in and letting CapTel handle the rest.

There is an entire world of cellphone accessories that are made exclusively for hearing aids. This is due to strict FCC guidelines that ensure an optimal experience with compatible devices and accessories. There are three main categories of accessories to pay attention to.

Earwax removal (Cerumen removal) is a procedure to get rid of wax buildup in the ear. Earwax is a natural substance made by the body to lubricate the inside of the ear. The resulting effort keeps foreign objects from finding their way dangerously down the ear canal. When earwax gets out of hand, it can cause symptoms like hearing loss, ear pressure, tinnitus and earache.

Hearing aids need batteries to function properly. They are part of the core set of accessories for any hearing aid. Since they are such an important part of the device, manufacturers produce tools to keep them in the best shape possible. The professionals at Texan Renew Hearing Center will be able to help you find the right size of battery for your hearing technology.

At the hearing aid fitting, you will receive the hearing aids you selected. They are programmed based on a prescription that is specific to each person’s hearing loss. The hearing professional may make adjustments after you try the hearing aids to make sure the settings and fit are ideal for you.

Some minor hearing aid repairs can be done in the office setting in a short period of time; others will need to be sent to the manufacturer for repair. Your hearing professional can help determine what kind of a repair is necessary if you feel your hearing aid is not working properly.

Hearing aids are available in many different sizes and styles thanks to advancements in digital technology and miniaturization of the internal components. Many of today's hearing aids are considered sleek, compact, and innovative - offering solutions to a wide range of hearing aid wearers.

Scheduled and performed by our licensed and nationally certified Hearing Healthcare Professional are subject to professional fees. Insurance often covers these services.

One of the key brands in the industry recently made their flagship product rechargeable. The Oticon Opn was also the first hearing aid product to be compatible with IFTTT.com (If This Then That Network). With the device enabled, all IFTTT compatible products become the lifeline of the wearer. Simple connections to lights, everyday appliances and even televisions in the home are at the beck and call of the patient. Other prioritized features of their products include Tinnitus SoundSupport, which is made to offer ear relief.

Switching out batteries can incur an extra cost that adds up over time. By investing in hearing aids with rechargeable batteries, the patient saves both time and money. Many companies have come up with unique ways to recharge hearing aids that don’t require a lot of wearer direction. Most current rechargeable options will last 24 hours on a single charge guaranteeing they last all day even if you forget to charge it.

Starkey is known for their multiple styles, ranging from invisible, in the ear and in the canal hearing aids. The company has also shown strong interest in developing hearing aids that are iPhone compatible. With the wide variety of options in Starkey’s product catalog, hearing aid patients have access to everything needed for superior audio clarity. And as a bonus, patients that aren’t ready for hearing aids will find Starkey’s hearing amplifiers a great alternative.

When there is a constant ringing noise that won’t go away, it could be a sign of tinnitus. Other sounds like buzzing can also be related to this condition, which is important to diagnose since it can affect quality of life.

Widex Beyond is a customized hearing aid for smartphones that takes full advantage of the device’s capabilities. The Widex Unique is another product from the company, this time with a focus on noise reduction, advanced listening detection and a wider sound picture for wearers in an outside environment. All of their products are geared towards enriching sound for the wearer in the most comfortable way possible, like their other product, the COM-DEX.