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Can Oticon Help Improve Your Hearing?
A large part of my duty to residents of New England is ensuring you have access to the latest technology. Many companies make hearing aids, but they are not all created equal. Here’s an in-depth look at Oticon, one of the largest hearing aid companies in the world....

Why Do My Ears Feel Itchy?
If you've ever experienced an itchy feeling in your ears, you know how uncomfortable and annoying it can be. It’s difficult to ignore and can even be painful at times. But why do our ears feel itchy? In this article, I'll explore the possible causes of itchy ears and...

Struggling with a Hearing Loss during the Holiday Season | Dr. Natan Bauman
How important it is to hear? Do you ever wonder how a family member who has a hearing loss feels around the holidays? Hearing around the holidays includes precious moments in life that create a lifetime of memories, and too many people are missing out. About 30% of...

The Truth About Single-Sided Hearing Loss
Single-sided hearing loss (SSHL) is more common than we actually know. This is because many thousands of people who experience it often do not seek help or tell anyone. However, if left untreated, it can cause your “good ear” to be overworked, which causes a host of...

What Are OTCs And Why Are They Controversial?
As of August 16, the FDA gave the final ruling on over-the-counter hearing aids. OTC refers to hearing aids that can be bought online and in stores. This ruling allows over-the-counter hearing aids to be distributed directly from stores or online retailers without any...

Styles of Hearing Aids – How to Choose the Right One | Dr. Natan Bauman
There are many different types of hearing aids on the market today, and it can be difficult to decide which one is right for you. In this comprehensive guide, we will discuss all the different styles of hearing aids and provide you with information on each one. We...

Thoughts on the Waterproof Phonak Audéo Life| From the Inventor of the “Receiver in the Ear” Hearing Aid, Dr. Natan Bauman
If you are a current hearing aid wearer, or ready for your first pair of hearing aids and enjoy spending the summer months hiking and engaging in water sports, we recommend considering the new waterproof Phonak Audéo Life hearing aids. During these summer months,...

The Role of a Doctor of Audiology in Choosing the Right Hearing Solution
“I compare this to the story about a plumber who took five minutes to fix something in the sink. He asked for $100 – $5 for the part, $95 for his knowledge of identifying which part was faulty.” When a person suspects they might have a hearing loss, they don’t always...

First Signs Of Hearing Loss | New England Hearing Care Expert Shares His Expertise
Unfortunately, most hearing losses are gradual. It's not something that happens suddenly, unless it's related to injury. As a result of gradual hearing loss, the auditory brain also gradually adapts and accommodates to this slow declining hearing loss. It therefore...

The Jabra Enhance Plus Is Now Available – Here’s What Dr. Bauman Thinks
Last August, Jabra announced their intention to bring a new kind of hearing device to the market, calling it the Jabra Enhance Plus and describing it as “miniaturized 3-in-1 earbuds for hearing enhancement, music and calls.” This product has now been released. Jabra...