It is commonly recommended by audiologists that patient’s wear two hearing aids, but this also depends on the extent of hearing loss that the patient is facing in each ear as well as their personal preference. Our natural hearing process is fairly dependent on having somewhat equal hearing capabilities from both ears, so if there is a significant disparity between the two, the patient will have worsened abilities to localize sounds and will probably just not be able to hear as well in general. That being said, many patients are able to hear just fine with one hearing aid. If there is a presence of hearing loss in both ears, a hearing aid for both ears will be highly recommended to provide the best possible hearing and comprehension capabilities, as well as better localization. Your audiologist will be able to go over various treatment options with you that will be best suited for your particular conditions that also takes your personal preferences or capabilities into account.