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Hearing Aids Care<\/h2>\n

When you make a significant investment in something, you want to treat it with care.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re betting you wouldn\u2019t buy a Maserati and run it through a five-dollar carwash!<\/p>\n

Hearing aids<\/strong> are no different (other than being a heck of a lot less expensive!).<\/p>\n

We\u2019re not going to sugarcoat things; hearing aids are a major investment<\/em>, so you\u2019ll want to get the most out of them that you can.<\/p>\n

Regular maintenance will help extend the life of these hardworking devices and is a must given the conditions they are exposed to on a daily basis.<\/p>\n

Moisture, heat, earwax, and dirt can all damage electronic components unless cleaned properly.<\/p>\n

Routine Maintenance for Your Hearing Aids<\/h2>\n

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About twenty percent of people in Encino have hearing loss<\/em>; the majority wear hearing aids<\/a> to improve their ability to communicate.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re one of them, you should clean<\/span> your hearing aids on a daily basis.<\/p>\n

Use a soft, dry cloth and gently wipe all the surfaces, including the microphone inlet, which can become clogged with debris, and the battery contacts, which attract dust and dirt.<\/p>\n

That isn\u2019t a knock on your cleaning skills \u2013 it\u2019s just a fact of life! Do not use water, solvents, cleaning fluids, or alcohol, as moisture can damage your hearing aids.<\/p>\n

Most audiologists or hearing health care providers<\/em> sell a multi-tool that consists of a wire loop, magnet, and brush.<\/p>\n

This versatile cleaning tool is useful for removing wax<\/span> and debris from hard-to-reach nooks and crannies in your hearing aids<\/strong>, and the magnet aids in battery removal.<\/p>\n

If a multi-tool is not available, you can usually buy each component separately.<\/p>\n

If your morning routine includes applying hairspray and facial lotions, do so before inserting your hearing aids. The same applies to face washing.<\/p>\n

Troubleshooting Tips<\/h2>\n

Despite your best efforts, your hearing aids might still cease functioning normally on occasion.<\/p>\n

Before taking them in for repair<\/span>, there are steps you can try at home that might resolve the problem.<\/p>\n