Having problems with your hearing aids?

Please remember, you can always call us directly on (08) 8272 6621.

Basic hearing aid management

Which hearing aid goes in each ear?

There is a small coloured tag, usually on the bottom of each hearing aid, which indicates which ear each hearing aid belongs to:

Below are some general tips for managing your hearing aids:

Check every day that your hearing aid is working by cupping it in your hand and listening for a whistle. This is important because a dead battery or a hearing aid that doesn’t work will turn the device into an ear plug and will decrease your hearing even more;

We have compiled some general hearing aid care guides to help you get the most out of your hearing aids.

Follow the steps below:

Work out what type of hearing aid you have.
Read and follow the corresponding care guide.
Still can't fix the problem? Call us or book in an appointment at your local clinic.

RIC hearing aids have a wire that connect the hearing aid sitting behind the ear to the dome sitting inside your ear canal.

RIC hearing aids look similar to this:

BTE hearing aids have a tube that connect the hearing aid sitting behind the ear to a dome or mold sitting in your ear canal.

BTE hearing aids look similar to this:

Rechargeable hearing aids do not require new batteries every week and sit in a charging case overnight.

Rechargeable hearing aids and their charging stations look like this:

CIC hearing aids sit completely within your ear.

CIC hearing aids look similar to this:

If you are still having problems, don't worry! That is what we are here for.

You can call us directly on (08) 8272 6621, or book in an appointment at your local clinic below: