"Modern digital hearing instruments have never been better at improving speech clarity
in a wide variety of listening situations."

Currently over 50% of hearing instruments dispensed in the US are Behind-The-Ear (BTE) style. This is a large change from the recent past when patients were fitted with In-The-Ear (ITE) styles the majority of the time.

The advances that have been made in ‘open’ fitting styles and micro BTE’s has accounted for this change and has greatly improved the overall aesthetics of the hearing aid.

Completely-in-the Canal (CIC) hearing aids are tiny custom hearing aids that fit deeply into the ear canal. This style reduces interference from wind noise and is easily used with a telephone.

In-the-Canal (ITC) hearing aids are custom made to fit your ear canal. They are small, offering good concealment and will require dexterity to insert and operate. These hearing aids can be used to meet the needs for a broad range of hearing loss

In-the-Ear (ITE) hearing aids are the largest of the custom made hearing instruments. With current technology, they can be used for a very wide range of hearing problems and are easily manipulated.

Behind-the-Ear (BTE) hearing aids offer the most reliability and fitting flexibility. They sit comfortably behind the ear. They are most often used for people with severe hearing loss or in cases where increased ventilation is required.

‘Slim-tube’ or ‘Open’ BTEs: This thin, discreet tubing adds on to the BTE or micro BTE to bring a sleek look to the device and can be used for many different degrees of hearing loss.

Receiver in the Ear (RITE): Similar to the ‘open’ fitting, this device allows the loudspeaker to be in place in the ear canal with a tiny instrument situated behind the ear.

Extended Wear Devices

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Lyric®: The 100% invisible hearing device you can wear 24/7
Just imagine—exceptional sound quality from a device you can wear day and night for months at a time, without having to think about batteries, daily maintenance, what other people think or other daily inconveniences of conventional hearing aids. Sound unbelievable? Not anymore with the introduction of the Lyric hearing device. Designed for those with mild to moderately severe hearing loss, Lyric is the first and only hearing aid that is completely invisible and can be worn 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for up to 120 days.

Clear, natural sound quality
Lyric works with the ear’s anatomy to provide exceptional sound quality. Lyric is placed completely inside the ear canal, allowing the outer ear to direct sounds naturally to the device. There is no need for multiple settings or complicated programs.

Sophisticated simplicity
Lyric devices can be put in place during a routine visit to your ENT physician, audiologist, or hearing aid dispenser; there is no surgery or anesthesia involved. Once in place, Lyric is programmed for your specific hearing needs. You will also receive a unique magnetic adjustment tool that enables you to adjust volume and other settings, and even to turn the device on and off.

Exceptional convenience
The Lyric hearing device can be an option for many patients, whether or not they’ve used hearing aids in the past. Since it is inserted into the ear canal, it does not require daily removal, battery replacement, or manual adjustment. You can wear it for most of your everyday activities, including exercising, showering, talking on the phone, and sleeping.

Another convenience of the Lyric hearing device is that you purchase a “subscription” that covers a full year. Each device is designed to last up to 120 days (4 months), individual replacement needs may vary. When it’s time to replace the device, just make a routine office visit and your old device will be exchanged for a brand-new one. Best of all, since you receive a new Lyric every time, you know you’ll always have the most advanced hearing technology available.

Lyric may not be right for everyone, since ear canals are all shaped differently and some may be too narrow or short to accommodate the device. Your Lyric trained hearing professional can assess your ear anatomy and hearing needs, and determine what the best option would be for you.