Hearing Aids

If you’re finding that listening to conversations with people you love is taking more effort than it should, you are not alone. Nearly 12 million people in the UK are affected by hearing loss at some point in their life.

If conversations are becoming an increasing struggle or it’s hard to hear people around you, you may be finding excuses not to join in with social occasions. If this sounds familiar, come in and have a chat with one of our Audiologists and we can help you continue to enjoy the quality of life you deserve.

Helping you hear more and listen better

For many people, hearing declines at varying points in our life - some earlier or later than others, which can be attributed to our genetics, ear infections, medication, ageing or being exposed to loud noises.

The decline can be sudden or gradual and it can be frightening if you don’t know what to do about it – or perhaps you don’t want to admit it’s happening. You’re certainly not alone in this!

Don’t let a decline in your hearing hold you back from doing the things you love and spending time with the people you love! By catching any potential issues early on, you can get the treatment you need such as ear wax removal or hearing aids.

Peter Byrom Audiology – The Listening Experts!

Peter Byrom Audiology is a registered hearing aid dispenser and we know a hearing aid can be a big investment. When you come in to see us about your hearing, there really is no reason to worry – you’re in very safe, experienced hands.

• Either Nicole or Peter will conduct a full case history including:
  • - your medical history
  • - any hearing concerns, pain or symptoms you may have
  • - or other factors that could affect your hearing
• We will carry out a series of hearing tests to establish the health of your ears. Read more about what you can expect from a hearing test here.
• If you need a hearing aid, we will discuss your requirements, lifestyle and options.
  • - If you have hearing loss in both ears, as many people do, you will need two hearing aids - one will almost always be inadequate.
  • - Everyone is different, so our Audiologists will help select the right hearing aid for you and adjust the fitting and programme it to suit your needs.
• We fit your hearing aid to international standards with all verification checks, including Real Ear Measure (link to fine-tuning sub-section)
  • - To adjust and fit your aid correctly, we use the latest technology and broadcast quality speakers.
• Following your fitting, Nicole or Peter will explain what your hearing aid settings do for different environments, and you will be able to adjust your own hearing as you wish.
  
  You can set them to improve hearing when in quiet or diverse environments, such as in a quiet or crowded room, at the cinema or theatre, or in one-to-one conversations. Our hearing aids can even be controlled with an app on your mobile phone, if you would like to.

Choosing your device

Hearing aids range from £4,300 to £4,800, so it’s important that between you and us, we get this right for you!

• There is an extensive range of hearing aids and listening devices available which can be confusing. We will help you work out the best options for your hearing level and lifestyle.
• Importantly, we offer a Hearing Aid Trial before purchase, so you can be sure you’ve got the right device.

To give you additional reassurance:

• All our listening aids come with a 5-year guarantee.
• If a device needs to go for repair, we can provide you with a spare.
• The upfront cost of your hearing aid includes 5 years of check-up appointments.
• You can trial the hearing aids before purchase.

Living with better hearing

Digital hearing aids are amazing these days with a range of settings to make your life and hearing easier and better but be prepared that it all might take a while to get used to!

You may begin to register sounds that it may not have heard for a while, which can feel overwhelming and tiring. Over time, your brain will learn to recognise the new sounds which will become familiar and more acceptable, so don’t give up!

Keep going with your new listening aids and if you need a chat with us to, you know where we are.

Follow-up checks
Once you have had some experience with your new hearing aids, we will want to check they’re doing the right job for you. We will arrange a check-up with you, to fine-tune and re-assess the aids to make sure you have the best quality sound possible.

Are you ready to join in the conversation again?

Book an appointment with Nicole or Peter who will help determine the type and severity of your hearing loss - and recommend the best treatment options for you.