Most people with tinnitus (noise in the ears) have hearing loss. Many people first notice tinnitus after attending a rock concert, loud sporting event or shooting. This is because the noise has overloaded the ears. (Just like too much sun leads to a bad sunburn). Other people develop tinnitus after working around loud noise without any hearing protection. The single best thing you can do to prevent tinnitus is to wear hearing protection when you are exposed to loud noise. It is a good … [Read more...]
Hearing and E-Cigarettes
Most people are under the impression that E-cigarettes are safer than traditional cigarettes. As far as hearing is concerned, this isn’t true. There are many chemicals in both E-cigarettes and tobacco cigarettes that can lead to hearing loss. Nicotine is oto-toxic. This means that nicotine is toxic to the hair cells within the ear. The hair cells transmit sound to the auditory (hearing) nerve. If they are damaged, you won’t hear well. If you have chemical exposure (E-cigarettes … [Read more...]
Buyer Beware: Hearing Aid Warranties Not Honored
It is easy to go online today and order hearing aids. The prices look great, but programming and service are not included in the price of the hearing aids. Most hearing aid manufacturers do not want their products sold online. Hearing aids work best and provide the most benefit when they are fit by an audiologist. To combat this practice, the manufacturers are voiding warranties on hearing aids purchased online. So, your bargain hearing aid is no great deal. Hearing aid repairs … [Read more...]
Hearing Aid Confusion
We are bombarded daily with newspaper ads, television ads, and even radio ads, about hearing aids. It is very confusing. How do you know what to believe? If the ads look too good to be true, they are. Reputable audiologists don’t generally talk about discounts and free stuff ( like televisions), when you purchase hearing aids. These are gimmicks to get you in the door, just like that obnoxious car salesman on TV uses. The key to success with hearing aids is an ongoing … [Read more...]
My Hearing Aids Got Wet – Help!
At least once a week one of my patients comes in and tells me that they got in the shower with their hearing aids on. It isn’t the problem that it used to be. Most hearing aids are nano coated to prevent moisture damage. So, if you accidentally get into the shower with your hearing aids on, don’t panic. Hop right back out, and there shouldn’t be any damage. Wipe off the hearing aid. Open the battery door and throw out the battery. Let the hearing aid dry out and insert a new … [Read more...]
Hearing and Listening are not the same
The cartoon says it all. "I can improve his hearing, but there is nothing I can do about his listening." by Roy Delgado I can help my patients hear the best they can. That does not mean that they will become better listeners. That also means that even with the best hearing technology, no one will hear everything. I can help my patients become better listeners with techniques to improve listening skills and work with the family to help them understand how to enhance communication. … [Read more...]
May is Better Hearing Month
As part of Better Hearing Month, Broadwater Hearing Care is encouraging consumers to be more aware of their hearing health. I like to think of it as hearing loss prevention month. By adopting good hearing health care habits, you can protect your hearing and push back the need for hearing aids for many years. “Hearing loss can be caused by exposure to loud noises, ear infections, trauma, or ear disease: harm to the inner ear and ear drum; illness or certain medications; and deterioration … [Read more...]
Apple Watch Promotion – Extended to June 1st
The Apple Watch Promotion has been Extended from May 1st to June 1st! a Free Apple Watch (valued at $369) or a Free Hearing Aid Accessory with the purchase of a pair of Opn One Hearing Aids. Give us a call at 727-323-2471 and schedule your appointment with Dr. Susan Terry at Broadwater Hearing Care. Susan E. Terry, Au.D., F-AAA Doctor of Audiology Board Certified P.S. We are here to help, if you have any questions about your hearing feel free to give us a call … [Read more...]
Beware of False Claim Ads
Beware of ads you see for medications or treatments that claim they can cure your healing loss. Check with your Physician before you try any medications or treatments that say they will cure your hearing loss. These "medications or treatments" are not subject to FDA approval and you have no idea what you are getting. They might actually be harmful. You don't want to take a chance with something as important as your hearing, have a qualified Doctor of Audiology perform a hearing … [Read more...]
National Academies of Practice inducts Dr. Susan Terry
Press Announcement - Tampa Bay Newswire: The National Academies of Practice (NAP) is pleased to announce the election of Susan E. Terry, AuD, F-AAA, as a Distinguished Practitioner & Fellow of NAP. Dr. Terry was inducted at a gala banquet on March 18, 2017 in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Susan Terry has been a practicing Audiologist in St. Petersburg since 1988. Founded in 1981, NAP is an interdisciplinary, nonprofit organization, with membership representing 14 health care professions willing to … [Read more...]
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