{"id":1855,"date":"2020-12-17T12:08:08","date_gmt":"2020-12-17T18:08:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tohear.com\/?p=1431"},"modified":"2023-09-07T13:30:12","modified_gmt":"2023-09-07T18:30:12","slug":"the-pros-and-cons-of-common-hearing-aids-styles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tohear.com\/the-pros-and-cons-of-common-hearing-aids-styles\/","title":{"rendered":"The Pros and Cons of Common Hearing Aids Styles"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Once you have your hearing tested, the next step is to be fit with a set of hearing aids. There are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/hearing-loss\/in-depth\/hearing-aids\/art-20044116\">many types and styles of hearing aids<\/a> on the market, and the choices may be overwhelming. Fortunately, your audiologist will be with you every step of the way. We\u2019ve compiled some pros and cons of <a href=\"\/hearing-aids\/\">common styles<\/a> to help you get started.<\/p>\n<h2>Invisible in the Canal (IIC) &amp; Completely in the Canal (CIC)<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"man-hearing-aids\" src=\"https:\/\/tohear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/man-hearing-aids-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Man points at his hearing aid.\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" class=\"alignright wp-image-1433 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<p>IICs and CICs are the smallest, most discreet devices available. They are worn deep in the ear canal and are virtually invisible to others. Because of their small size, they are usually worn by people with mild to moderate hearing loss and typically don\u2019t have manual controls.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Most discreet styles<\/li>\n<li>Good sound quality due to fit within the ear<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Prone to earwax and moisture damage<\/li>\n<li>Small size may cause problems for people with dexterity issues<\/li>\n<li>Small size may mean trouble connecting to wireless devices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>In the Canal (ITC)<\/h2>\n<p>ITCs are larger than IICs and CICs, making them more visible. However, they also have a slightly longer battery life and are suitable for a wider range of hearing losses. Their size also means they tend to come with more features like directional microphones and manual controls.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fairly discreet<\/li>\n<li>Longer battery life than IICs and CICs<\/li>\n<li>More features than IICs and CICs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Also prone to earwax and moisture damage<\/li>\n<li>Can cause plugged up feeling in the ear<\/li>\n<li>Small size may mean trouble connecting to wireless devices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Behind the Ear (BTE)<\/h2>\n<p>BTE devices sit behind or on top of the outer ear and have tubing that routes sound from the processor to the earmold. They are available in many colors to match your aesthetic preferences, and some models are rechargeable. This style is most commonly recommended for children because the earmold can be replaced as the child grows.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Suitable for all degrees of hearing loss, including profound hearing loss<\/li>\n<li>Most can connect wirelessly to other devices<\/li>\n<li>Custom earmold can be replaced easily<\/li>\n<li>Less prone to moisture damage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Can cause plugged up sensation<\/li>\n<li>Space limitation for glasses wearers<\/li>\n<li>Not as discreet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <a href=\"\/schedule-appointment\/\">more information<\/a> or to schedule an appointment, call Today\u2019s Hearing.<\/p>\n<h2>Learn More About Hearing Aids<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tohear.com\/why-youre-not-wearing-your-hearing-devices\/\">Why You\u2019re Not Wearing Your Hearing Devices<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tohear.com\">Hear\u2019s the Best Gift You Can Give Your Loved Ones<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tohear.com\/why-is-there-more-than-one-type-of-hearing-test\/\">Why is There More than One Type of Hearing Test?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Once you have your hearing tested, the next step is to be fit with a set of hearing aids. There are many types and styles of hearing aids on the market, and the choices may be overwhelming. Fortunately, your audiologist will be with you every step of the way. 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