Custom Earmolds Part 1: Introduction
When you visit a Portland hearing loss doctor, you expect to receive individualized, customized care. So why not expect the same thing from your hearing aids, ear plugs and other in-ear accessories? Custom earmolds are gaining popularity amongst our Portland patients. These earmolds are created personally for your ears and can be used for a…
Custom Earmolds Part 2: Musician’s Earmolds
Musicians have consistently higher rates of hearing loss and tinnitus than other Portland residents. In fact, Portland musicians are around four times as likely to develop hearing loss than non-musicians. Along with this alarming statistic about hearing loss, Portland musicians’ risk of developing tinnitus is about 60% above average. This means top-quality hearing protection is…
Custom Earmolds Part 3: Noise Protection Plugs
Loud noise exposure is the #1 cause of hearing loss in Portland patients. In fact, throughout Oregon and across the country, noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is responsible for about 1 in 4 cases of hearing loss. The good news is that NIHL is easy to prevent by using proper ear protection. Custom noise protection earplugs…
Custom Earmolds Part 4: Swimmer’s Plugs
Swim plugs are personally crafted earplugs made using waterproof silicone. These earplugs create a tight, snug and comfortable seal while preventing water from entering your ear canals. Swim plugs can be made for Portland patients of any age, though they’re really popular for kids prone to ear infections. Swim plugs aren’t just for swimming—they’re great…