Hearing Aids in Baton Rouge and Central, LA

3 Surprising Benefits of Getting Hearing Aids

Considering getting hearing aids? Modern hearing aids do far more than simply make sounds louder. The latest technology uses artificial intelligence to adapt to your environment and deliver crystal-clear sound wherever you go. At ACL Hearing & Balance, with offices in Baton Rouge and Central, LA, we’ve seen firsthand how life-changing these small devices can be.

Here are three surprising benefits of wearing hearing aids:

Drown Out Background Noise
Avoiding social events because conversations are hard to follow? Today’s hearing aids can identify which voices you want to focus on and reduce distracting background sounds. Whether you’re at a busy restaurant or a family gathering, you’ll be able to stay present and engaged instead of struggling to keep up.
Get back on the ball
One of the most serious side effects of untreated hearing loss is cognitive decline. Studies show that hearing aids can help slow or even reverse cognitive difficulties by keeping your brain active and connected. When you hear clearly, your brain works less to fill in the gaps, improving focus, memory, and overall mental sharpness.
Reduce signs of tinnitus
If you’re one of the many people who experience ringing, buzzing, or clicking in your ears (known as tinnitus), hearing aids may help. Many modern devices include built-in tinnitus-masking features that blend soothing background tones with everyday sounds, helping you find relief and comfort throughout your day.

Hearing aid technology can even help track your vital signs, similar to a fitness tracker, and sync to your smartphone.

Hearing Aid Technology Breaking Through Stigmas

Gone are the days of bulky, noticeable hearing aids. The combination of discreet design and cutting-edge technology has revolutionized how people experience better hearing. Just a few years ago, fewer than 20 percent of those who needed hearing aids were wearing them. That number is growing quickly as opinions shift.

Today, hearing aids are seen as sleek, high-tech devices—an invisible extension of your phone that dramatically improves your quality of life. Imagine clearly hearing every word of a phone call, streaming music or TV audio directly into your ears, or even connecting to a theater’s sound system for perfect clarity. Some models are even designed for active lifestyles, including swimming.

How to Choose Which Type of Hearing Aid Will Fit Your Lifestyle

Hearing aids should enhance your life—not limit it. Whether you want to catch every whisper in a movie or clearly hear the starting buzzer at your next game, our audiologists in Baton Rouge and Central, LA can help you find a device that fits your needs.

During your hearing consultation, we’ll discuss options including:

In-the-canal (ITC)

In-the-canal (ITC) hearing aids are custom-fit devices that go in the ear canal with a small portion showing on the outside of the ear. ITC hearing aids are ideal for mild to moderately severe hearing loss and come in a variety of colors that blend with your skin.

Invisible-in-canal (IIC)

Invisible-in-canal (IIC) hearing aids are designed to be “invisible” by fitting farther into the canal. Also custom-made for your ear, these are typically good options for less severe hearing loss.

In-the-Ear (ITE)

In-the-Ear (ITE) hearing aids sit in the outer portion of the ear and are custom-made to fit and match your skin color. These work well even for severe hearing loss and are easy to adjust.

Behind-the-ear (BTE)

With the Behind-the-ear (BTE) style of hearing aid a small casing sits behind the ear and channels sound through a clear tube to an earbud or ear mold. Suitable for severe hearing loss, these have pieces that need to be custom fit.

Receiver-in-canal (RIC)

Receiver-in-canal (RIC) aids are very discreet as the receiver sits completely in the canal and is connected with a thin wires which help minimize distortion. This style works for mild to moderate hearing loss.

Extended-wear hearing aids

Extended-wear hearing aids are soft, small hearing aids that fit deep in the ear canal and can be worn for months at a time. This type is not usually recommended for severe hearing loss.

Middle-ear implants

An alternative to hearing aids, these devices have an external portion and a surgically placed internal piece that moves the bones of the middle ear or vibrates the membrane of the cochlea.

Bluetooth hearing aids

Bluetooth hearing aids can pair with devices like smartphones or tablets to function as wireless headphones. Ask your hearing specialist which types are available to pair with your device.

Feeling daunted by the sheer number of choices? We’ll walk you through a full hearing test and evaluation and guide you to the hearing aids most likely to be a good fit.

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Hearing Aids in Baton Rouge and Central, LA

3 Surprising Benefits of Getting Hearing Aids

Drown Out Background Noise

Get back on the ball

Reduce signs of tinnitus