Open-fit Hearing Aids
The newest development in behind-the-ear
hearing aid technology, open-fit hearing
aids are taking the world of hearing by
storm! Offering excellent hearing quality,
great aesthetics, and a more natural feeling
while wearing, open-fits may be just the
right choice for you! These certainly are not
your grandmother’s hearing aids!
Similar to traditional behind-the-ear hearing aids (BTEs), open
fits have an external portion that sits over the back of the ear
(similar to eyeglass temples) and have a small tube that runs in
front of the ear and into the ear canal. The external portion is
often much smaller than traditional BTEs. The tubing on open-fits
is also much slimmer and often connects to a small flexible dome
instead of a larger ear mold. Ear molds can still be worn with
open-fits, but may be unnecessary depending on the severity of
the hearing loss.
Is an open-fit right for you? Open-fits are best for mild to
moderately-severe losses that are more high-frequency in nature.
Losses that are more low-frequency or more severe may require
traditional BTEs or an in-the-ear custom instrument. Open-fits
are a very lightweight, nearly invisible option. Since a small tip or
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dome can be used instead of an ear mold, less occlusion occurs,
promoting a more open, less plugged up feeling. Many patients
note that wearing open-fits feels more natural. Open-fits allow
both natural reception of sound, by allowing sound to flow in and
out of the ear, as well as the amplified hearing aid sound. Open-
fit hearing instruments are rather small and may be more difficult
for those with dexterity issues to manage.
Ask your hearing healthcare provider about trying a pair of open-
fit hearing aids today!
Visit our website to know more on open-fit hearing aid.
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