Hearing Loss and Mental Health
Posted: December 01 2022
Hearing Loss and Mental Health As winter approaches and the days get shorter, many of us experience lower moods and unfortunately, even symptoms of seasonal depression. If…
Communication skills development and hearing go hand in hand!
Posted: May 16 2022
Hearing influences many areas of speech and language development. Early detection and management of identified hearing loss can greatly minimize any potential impact on developing effective…
Do I Really Need Two Hearing Aids?
Posted: January 21 2022
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with hearing loss, you may be wondering whether two hearing aids are necessary, or if one is sufficient. In the majority of cases, individuals with…
Communication Strategies
Posted: December 20 2021
Whether you wear hearing aids or not, or communicate regularly with someone who does, there are a number of strategies that can be used to aid in communication. Many individuals have difficulty…
Dangers of Noise
Posted: December 10 2021
Hearing is a major part of our physical and emotional wellbeing, and we should proactively preserve our hearing when it’s possible. Exposure to certain types of noise and noise at high volumes…
Have you ever heard the expression “ringing in the ears’‘?
Posted: November 12 2021
Maybe you’ve had the experience of sitting in a quiet room and hearing sounds such as ringing, buzzing, or even ‘whooshing’. That sound is called tinnitus [pronounced…
Pardon me? Can you say that again?
Posted: September 23 2021
Did you know that it’s possible to have normal hearing but still have difficulty understanding speech and other verbal cues? If this sounds like you or someone you know, it’s possible that…
Preparing Your Ears for Professional Wax Removal
Posted: August 04 2020
Here, owner and audiologist David Cox explains what you can do to prepare your ears to get best results from a professional ear wax removal.
Phonak Marvel Bluetooth Pairing Guide
Posted: July 29 2020
Learn how to pair your Phonak hearing aid with your Bluetooth devices to get the most out of your hearing aid.
Kelly’s Hearing Success Story
Posted: June 30 2020
I discovered I had hearing loss in my early 20s and was devastated to find out that my career of choice would no longer be a possibility. My hearing loss was genetic, somewhat rare and nonoperable…
Pairing your Signia miniPocket remote to your Signia hearing aids
Posted: April 10 2020
Get the most from your hearing aid. Here we help you pair your Signia remote to your Signia hearing aid.
My Phonak Marvel Hearing Aid Won’t Charge - Help!
Posted: April 01 2020
A battery not charging is a common problem with any electronic. East Coast Hearing gives you tips for when your Phonak hearing aid battery won't charge.
My Hearing Aid Doesn’t Work - Help!
Posted: March 30 2020
My hearing aid doesn't work! East Coast Hearing gives you tips to fix and repair your hearing aid yourself when it isn't working.
Do I Really Need 2 Hearing Aids?
Posted: February 20 2020
Do I need a hearing aid in each ear? East Coast Hearing helps you answer this question so you can improve your hearing health and lifestyle.
Hannah’s Hearing Loss Story
Posted: January 28 2020
What was life like before using hearing aids (struggles/effect on family and friends/apprehensions towards treatment)? What was the “trigger” that caused you to seek help and choose…
Hearing Loss & Diabetes
Posted: January 08 2020
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), adults living with diabetes are twice as likely to have hearing loss than those without diabetes. In addition, it was found that adults who…
Rechargeable Hearings: The Pros and Cons
Posted: July 18 2019
With all of the major advancements in technology these days, you might be wondering about rechargeable hearing aids versus traditional, battery-operated hearing aids. We have created a list of…
Sudden Loss of Hearing: A Potential Medical Emergency
Posted: April 23 2019
It may seem obvious that you if you wake up without any hearing in one ear, or if you notice a sudden onset of hearing loss, that you would immediately seek medical help. However, in many cases,…
Hearing Aids and Moisture - Why Do I Keep Hearing the Low Battery Signal?
Posted: March 22 2019
Hearing aids are sophisticated little devices and despite being water-resistant, they are not waterproof. The reason that hearing aids cannot be completely waterproof is that they have microphones and…
Earwax: The Do’s and Don’ts
Posted: February 22 2019
So it turns out that your mother was right! Do not put something in your ear smaller than your elbow. Yes, this means no cotton swabs, toothpicks, paperclips, bobby pins, or any other little…
NEW East Coast Hearing in Dartmouth!
Posted: December 10 2018
East Coast Hearing is now open in Dartmouth at 35 Baker Drive, Unit 101 right across from Portland St Honda. East Coast Hearing now has three locations - 2632 Windsor St, across from Sobey's and…
How to Clean Your Hearing Aid
Posted: September 21 2018
It is important to clean your hearing aid regularly and properly to ensure optimal performance and to protect the investment you've made in your hearing. Here, East Coast Hearing owner, David…
Benefits of Rechargeable Hearing Aids
Posted: August 30 2018
Technology has greatly improved the performance and convenience of today's hearing aids. Here, East Coast Hearing owner David Cox, explains the benefits of one of the better…
Have You Ever Wondered What It Looks Like Inside Your Ear?
Posted: August 23 2018
We use our ears so much everyday without even realizing it. But have you ever wondered what it looks like inside this impressive organ of the human body?
How to Safely Remove Earwax - Part 2
Posted: August 17 2018
Here is Part 2 of a two-part series, East Coast Hearing owner, David Cox, teaches you how you can safely remove ear wax from your ear. Find Part 1 here.
How to Safely Remove Earwax - Part 1
Posted: August 10 2018
Ear wax is natural product of a healthy, functioning ear. But an increased build-up of ear wax in your ear can affect how your ear functions and performs. Here in Part 1 of a two part…