Don't buy your hearing aid from a magazine or TV ad. When you decide to get a hearing aid, be sure your audiologist or dispenser can show you a range of products from different manufacturers. When selecting aids, focus on performance and how well you can understand speech rather than cosmetics. Ask for the return policy in writing. Check to see what kind of orientation and follow-up is included in the price and care plan.
Hearing aids take getting used to.
They don't fix or cure a hearing loss. Remember, your Aunt Tillie's or President Clinton's hearing loss and experiences with hearing aids are different from yours. The best hearing aid for you is the one that works best for you. Explore assistive listening and alerting devices. There are many devices available at reasonable cost that can assist the hearing aid user in particular situations, easing stress and increasing your safety and communication ability.