Given the vital role hearing aids play in one's life, it is easy to understand why they have become affordable over the last few years. However, given their delicate nature, it would be right to conclude that hearing aids are an investment worth keeping in good condition. If you neglect your hearing aids, the chances are high that they will not serve you for the entire service life. Therefore, you should take it upon yourself to ensure that your hearing aids are clean and in excellent condition for exceptional service. This article highlights tips geared toward the proper maintenance of hearing aids.
Inspect Filters and Wax Guards
According to hearing healthcare professionals, earwax is arguably the number one cause for hearing aid malfunction. As wax accumulates in the ear, it blocks critical parts of the hearing aids, consequently leading to weak or distorted sounds. The good news is that modern hearing aids come equipped with filters and wax guards. Therefore, when the time comes to clean your hearing aids, first inspect the condition of screens and wax guards. In most cases, you will find a lot of accumulated earwax in these protectors, and that is where you should start the cleaning. Use the cleaning kit to remove as much wax as possible. Over time, wax accumulation deteriorates the life of the filters and wax guards. When this happens, use the replacement parts provided during the initial purchase.
Clean the Sound Bore
If you look closely at your hearing aids, you will notice a tiny bore that goes into the ear. It is called a sound bore, and sound exits the hearing aid via the hole. Therefore, the sound bore must be clean and free of debris at all times. Unfortunately, wax accumulates inside the sound bore over time, and if left unchecked the quality of sound you receive deteriorates fast. Therefore, make a point of inspecting the sound bore every day to ensure that the sound passage is not blocked by wax or debris. If you notice the bore is clogged with wax, use a wax loop to scoop out the debris.
Use a Hearing Aid Dryer
Why would you need a dryer for hearing aid maintenance? Well, earwax contributes significantly to moisture-related issues with your hearing aid. For instance, if the tubing gets clogged with wax, moisture will build up inside the tubing. The moisture will affect the electrical pulses in the hearing aid system. Therefore, after removing earwax from various parts of the hearing aids, toss the components in a hearing aid dryer overnight to keep them dry and functional.
For more information, you can reach out to your local micro BTE hearing aid provider.
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