Caring For Your Hearing Aids

Hearing aids require daily care to ensure they perform well for years to come.

But don’t worry, it only takes a few moments out of your day to adequately maintain them. For your reference, read the quick tips below to gain a better understanding of how to care for these incredible devices:

Cleaning

• Thoroughly wipe your hearing aids daily with a dry, soft cloth.
• Never use water or any cleansers on your devices; they must always stay dry.
• Store your aids in a dehumidifier kit to reduce moisture.
• Regularly remove earwax from your device using a wax loop or brush.
• Keep sounds crisp by changing your wax filters every 1-2 months or whenever sounds seem weak.
• If your earmolds or tubing become stiff, dry, discolored, or cracked, schedule an appointment with us for a replacement.

Storing

• Leave the battery door open when you are not wearing your hearing aid.
• Protect your device from moisture and humidity by storing it in a cool, dry place.
• Keep your aid away from excessive heat.
• Hearing aids should be kept in a protective case. Never put them in your pocket or wrap them in a tissue.
• Small hearing aids are a choking hazard. Keep them out of reach from pets and children.

Care

• Hearing aids should always stay dry. Remove them before showering, swimming, or entering a sauna or steam shower.
• If your devices get wet, immediately open the battery door and remove the battery. Call our office to schedule an appointment to ensure they have not become damaged.
• Personal products like hair spray, sunscreen, makeup, or lotion can damage your devices. Remove your hearing aids before using these items.
• Contact our office to schedule routine maintenance and performance checks.
• Handle your hearing aids with care and avoid dropping or banging them on hard surfaces.