It sounds good, doesn’t it? This is another scam aimed at taking money from desperate people. Lasers are either harmless, like a laser pointer, or they damage tissue, like laser surgery. Lasers do not do anything to tinnitus. This is a scam. There is no research behind this “treatment” and it should be avoided. It probably won’t hurt you because the laser isn’t strong enough to do damage, but it certainly can have a negative effect on your wallet. If you are suffering from … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2017
Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids
Are Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids for You? There has been a lot in the news lately about over-the-counter hearing aids. Are they for you? Possibly, but they probably aren’t your best choice. First, everyone needs a hearing evaluation by a licensed audiologist. Audiologists are the only hearing professionals trained to diagnose hearing loss. Occasionally hearing loss is due to wax impaction or treatable medical problems. You might not even need a hearing aid. Do you have a mild hearing … [Read more...]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, if you come in for a hearing consultation during the month of October, a donation will be made in your name to Women with Purpose. Women with Purpose is a non-profit organization in Tampa Bay, that supports local families dealing with cancer by providing non-medical financial assistance for basic necessities. Learn more about Women with Purpose on their website at: http://www.womenwithpurposefl.org/ Give us a call at 727-323-2471 to schedule … [Read more...]
iPhone or Android?
Over the last two years, most hearing aid manufacturers have come out with Bluetooth enabled hearing devices. The technology has improved accessibility for hearing device wearers. With Bluetooth enabled hearing devices, you can stream calls, audiobooks, and music from you enabled cell phone. If you are an early adaptor of technology, the iPhone is for you. Because Apple uses a single platform, Bluetooth enabled hearing devices will work with iPhones, iPads and some other devices. … [Read more...]