5 Hearing Aid Care Tips

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5 Hearing Aid Care Tips

1 September 2017
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If you have a new hearing aid, it is important that you know how to properly take care of it. With proper care and maintenance, you can extend the life of your electronic device. Because of how much hearing devices generally cost, ensuring that yours is not damaged is a must. To help care for your hearing aid, here are 5 hearing aid care tips.

Keep your hearing aid away from excessive water or moisture.

For any hearing aid, excessive water can damage the sensitive electronics, although it is still possible to potentially save a waterlogged hearing device. However, to avoid taking the risk of having to replace a broken device, it is better that you always wear protective headgear if you are out in the rain. If you are showering or walking near other water sources, such as lakes or pools, be sure to remove your hearing device and safely store it.

Clean your hearing device as needed.

To prevent wax from building up and blocking the entrance or tubing, it is essential to regularly clean the device. You can use a soft dry cloth to wipe the exterior of the device and a soft brush to clean the entrance.

For in-the-ear devices, you may need to remove and clean the wax guard, although it is crucial to refer to your user manual beforehand. For behind-the-ear devices, you can carefully remove the mold and tubing to clean as needed. With behind-the ear devices, you can additionally get dehumidifiers to help remove the moisture from inside the tubing.

Beware of extreme temperatures.

If the weather is too cold, it may damage your hearing device. However, excessive heat can also cause damage. For example, always be sure to remove your device if you are using a blow dryer. It is also important to avoid using excessive hairspray or other hair products when wearing hearing devices.

Always change the battery over a smooth surface, such as a table.

Because the batteries are so tiny, it is important to handle the device with care when changing the battery. If you do drop a battery, be sure to find it immediately to prevent pets or small children from playing with or eating it. If you need extra help with the handling, there are small rods available with magnets on the end to catch and hold a battery.

When you remove your hearing device for the night, it is also recommended to remove the battery from it as well.

Keep your hearing aid in a dry, safe place.

To protect your device from damage, always be sure to store it safely away when not in use. By doing so, you will prevent it from accidentally becoming damaged. If you have pets, especially cats, it is a good idea to place the device in a protective case to prevent it from being knocked around.

With these 5 hearing aid care tips, you will be able to extend the life of your hearing device to help make life easier.