Your hearing aids are extraordinary pieces of technology that not only enhance your communication and connection to the world around you, but they also improve mental health, cognitive function, balance, focus, self-confidence, personal safety and independence. In order to make sure you are getting all the benefits hearing aids have to offer at their full potential, it’s important to recognize when your current set of hearing aids is ready to retire.
How Often Should I Be Upgrading My Hearing Aids?
This question is rather similar to asking how often you should upgrade your smartphone. Lifespans between devices may vary, and there are ample reasons why you might consider an upgrade. In general, hearing aid users upgrade their hearing aids every three to five years.
What Are Common Signs that I Need an Upgrade?
If you’re currently assessing if it’s time for a hearing aid upgrade, look for signs such as these:
Physical Quality Is Degrading
To go back to the smartphone comparison, sometimes your electronic devices begin to wear out after some time. The physical lifespan of your hearing devices is typically between three and six years, depending on the build quality, how well they were cared for and maintained, what daily hazards they were subjected to and how much moisture exposure they had. Aging hearing aids will start to function poorly, lose battery life more rapidly, malfunction and require more frequent repairs. If you’ve noticed any of this, it’s time to get a new pair.
Outdated Technology
Hearing aid technology advances more every day. Modern hearing aids not only deliver crisp, customized listening experiences, but they also come with incredible features, such as Bluetooth® capabilities and smart listening with AI. Utilizing features like these sharpens your listening, while also reducing the mental load that auditory processing places on your brain, making hearing easier than ever before.
Hearing Loss Has Progressed
Hearing loss is not static; it will continue to progress as you age. You may, in essence, outgrow your hearing aids’ capability to meet your hearing needs. This is natural. Don’t settle for hearing aids that aren’t working for you anymore.
What Are the Benefits of Updating My Hearing Aids?
Your hearing aids are designed to enhance your hearing and your overall quality of life. As mentioned above, they have innumerable benefits for your overall health and well-being. If your hearing aids are not providing you with these benefits to their full capacity, then you should consider seeking out a pair that can. Your hearing is not something you should cut corners with.
If you think you’re ready to make the switch, call The Hearing & Speech Center today. We’ll be happy to introduce you to the newest hearing aid models and match you up with a pair that meets your specific hearing needs. Schedule an appointment for a consultation today.
