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February 18, 2021

Is it Time to Upgrade Your Hearing Aids?

Hearing aids are an essential part of living with hearing loss. Like other devices, they have a finite lifespan, but how do you know when it is time to upgrade? Here are some things to consider: What is the Typical Lifespan of Hearing Aids? On average, most hearing aids last three to five years. With proper maintenance, you can usually keep a…

Scott A. Morris, HIS

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February 16, 2021

Broken Hearing Aid? Are Repairs Expensive?

If your hearing aid is broken or not working, you may question whether it is worth the cost of repair or whether you should go with replacement instead. Here is some information that might help. How Much Does it Cost to Repair a Hearing Aid? The cost of repairing a hearing aid is highly variable, so it’s essential to diagnose…

Joshua Fockler, HIS

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January 18, 2021

Our Winner: Hear for The Holidays Giveaway!

Back in November, we launched our season competition, Hear for the Holidays. This was your chance to nominate someone special and deserving of hearing care by simply filling out a form on our website explaining why. After receiving a torrent of heartfelt and emotional stories, we were moved by every one of them. Not only did we enjoy reading all…

Kenneth H. Wood, BC-HIS

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December 18, 2020

Are You Experiencing Sound And Connection Issues With Your iPhone 12?

If you’re a hearing aid user who has sound and connection issues with your new iPhone 12, you’re not alone. Many users are complaining about the problems that accompany pairing hearing aids with the iPhone 12. Although I’ve been a hearing care professional in California for years, I started my relationship with UpState Hearing Instruments as a patient. I have…

Joshua Fockler, HIS

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September 30, 2020

What Can I Expect at a Hearing Assessment

Your hearing health is essential to maintaining better overall well-being as well as enjoying a higher quality of living. For individuals experiencing hearing loss, better hearing begins with identifying and correcting the problem. Many people avoid having a hearing assessment due to misunderstandings of the process. Others who have scheduled an appointment might feel a bit intimidated about the unknown.…

Kenneth H. Wood, BC-HIS

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September 20, 2020

Making Your Hearing Aids Work for You: A Troubleshooting Guide

Greater independence and a more rewarding lifestyle are among the many benefits provided through the use of advanced technology hearing aids. However, just like other types of technology, the performance of your hearing aids require proper care. Most issues encountered by hearing aid users arise from simple causes, which can be solved using simple solutions. As a part of our…

Kenneth H. Wood, BC-HIS

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February 18, 2021

Is it Time to Upgrade Your Hearing Aids?

Hearing aids are an essential part of living with hearing loss. Like other devices, they have a finite lifespan, but how do you know when it is time to upgrade? Here are some things to consider: What is the Typical Lifespan of Hearing Aids? On average, most hearing aids last three to five years. With proper maintenance, you can usually keep a…

Scott A. Morris, HIS

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February 16, 2021

Broken Hearing Aid? Are Repairs Expensive?

If your hearing aid is broken or not working, you may question whether it is worth the cost of repair or whether you should go with replacement instead. Here is some information that might help. How Much Does it Cost to Repair a Hearing Aid? The cost of repairing a hearing aid is highly variable, so it’s essential to diagnose…

Joshua Fockler, HIS

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January 18, 2021

Our Winner: Hear for The Holidays Giveaway!

Back in November, we launched our season competition, Hear for the Holidays. This was your chance to nominate someone special and deserving of hearing care by simply filling out a form on our website explaining why. After receiving a torrent of heartfelt and emotional stories, we were moved by every one of them. Not only did we enjoy reading all…

Kenneth H. Wood, BC-HIS

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December 18, 2020

Are You Experiencing Sound And Connection Issues With Your iPhone 12?

If you’re a hearing aid user who has sound and connection issues with your new iPhone 12, you’re not alone. Many users are complaining about the problems that accompany pairing hearing aids with the iPhone 12. Although I’ve been a hearing care professional in California for years, I started my relationship with UpState Hearing Instruments as a patient. I have…

Joshua Fockler, HIS

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September 30, 2020

What Can I Expect at a Hearing Assessment

Your hearing health is essential to maintaining better overall well-being as well as enjoying a higher quality of living. For individuals experiencing hearing loss, better hearing begins with identifying and correcting the problem. Many people avoid having a hearing assessment due to misunderstandings of the process. Others who have scheduled an appointment might feel a bit intimidated about the unknown.…

Kenneth H. Wood, BC-HIS

Featured image for “Making Your Hearing Aids Work for You: A Troubleshooting Guide”
September 20, 2020

Making Your Hearing Aids Work for You: A Troubleshooting Guide

Greater independence and a more rewarding lifestyle are among the many benefits provided through the use of advanced technology hearing aids. However, just like other types of technology, the performance of your hearing aids require proper care. Most issues encountered by hearing aid users arise from simple causes, which can be solved using simple solutions. As a part of our…

Kenneth H. Wood, BC-HIS

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