Hearing Tests & Hearing Aid Screenings in St. Petersburg, FL
If conversations are becoming harder to follow or voices don’t sound as clear as they used to, a professional hearing test is an important first step. Hearing changes often happen gradually, making them easy to overlook until they begin interfering with everyday life. A comprehensive hearing evaluation can identify how well you hear sounds, understand speech, and process different frequencies.
At Broadwater Hearing Care in St. Petersburg, FL, our hearing tests are comfortable, straightforward, and personalized to your needs. Our experienced hearing care professionals take the time to understand your concerns and provide clear, easy-to-understand results.
Types of Hearing Screenings We Offer
Based on your symptoms, lifestyle, and goals, we may recommend one or more of the following tests:
Audiometry
Measures the softest sounds you can hear across a range of pitches to identify hearing sensitivity.
Speech Testing
Evaluates how clearly you understand spoken words in quiet settings and in background noise.
Tympanometry
Checks eardrum movement to detect fluid, blockages, or middle ear issues.
Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR)
Assesses how sound signals travel from the ear to the brain.
Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE)
Measures inner ear (hair cell) function by detecting tiny sounds produced within the cochlea.
Cognitive Screening (Cognivue)
Provides insight into how hearing difficulties may be connected to memory and cognitive processing.
Balance Testing
Evaluates how the ears, eyes, and brain work together to maintain balance and stability.
What to Expect During Your Hearing Test
Your visit to Broadwater Hearing Care is designed to be relaxed and informative.
Discussion & Hearing History
We begin by talking with you about your hearing concerns, health history, noise exposure, and symptoms such as ringing in the ears or dizziness.
Quiet Testing Environment
Testing is performed in a calm, quiet setting to ensure the most accurate results.
Headphones or Ear Inserts
You’ll listen for tones through headphones or small ear inserts and respond when you hear them.
Review of Results
Before you leave, your hearing care professional explains your results in clear, everyday language and answers any questions you may have.
Most appointments take less than an hour, and many patients are surprised by how easy and reassuring the process feels.
Understanding Your Hearing Test Results
Your results are displayed on an audiogram, a chart that shows:
- The softest sounds you can hear at different pitches
- Differences between your left and right ears
- Whether your hearing falls within a normal range or shows signs of hearing loss
We will help you understand what your results mean for daily communication and discuss whether hearing aids or other solutions may be beneficial. You’ll also receive guidance on how often your hearing should be rechecked.
Why Regular Hearing Testing Matters
Healthy hearing plays a vital role in communication, relationships, work performance, and cognitive well-being. Routine hearing evaluations can help you:
- Detect hearing changes early
- Stay connected with family, friends, and coworkers
- Reduce listening fatigue and misunderstandings
- Make informed decisions about hearing protection or hearing technology
Schedule Your Test in St. Petersburg, FL
If you’ve noticed even subtle changes in your hearing, now is a great time to schedule an evaluation. A hearing test at Broadwater Hearing Care can provide clear answers and practical next steps.