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The Audiologists of Hearing Aid Express

In Texas, there are three groups of people who are legally allowed to dispense hearing aids: Audiologists, Licensed Dispensers and Medical Doctors. While all Licensed Dispensers (including Board Certified Dispensers) fit hearing aids, not all Audiologists do. Some of them practice audiology in other ways, such as aural rehabilitation, balance treatments or screening newborn children. Audiologists and Doctors of Audiology have to be licensed in Texas to dispense hearing aids. In addition to their schooling they also take continuing education classes to help keep their skills fresh. Audiology has traditionally been a Master’s Degree program. In the past few years [...]

Waterproof Hearing Aids

Are there waterproof hearing aids? Hearing aids have to have some sort of opening for the microphone so that sound waves can get inside. Once inside, the computer chip in the hearing aid processes the signal (adjusting for noise, different frequencies and so on) and delivers the modified sounds to your eardrum. Because there must be an opening for sound waves to get in to the aid there are no hearing aids that are completely waterproof (meaning you can’t store them in a bowl of water!). There are some new hearing aids that are surprisingly water-resistant. What’s the problem with [...]

Focus on Unitron Hearing Aids

Unitron hearing aids are among the industry leaders in assistive hearing loss technology. We proudly offer a wide variety of products from this manufacturer, which is among one of the fastest-growing hearing aids manufacturers in the world. Unitron Moxi & Unitron Moda II The Unitron Moxi has a unique, innovative design consisting of two parts. A tiny receiver is placed in the ear canal, which is connected to a case which hides behind the ear. This design allows the Moxi to provide excellent hearing enhancement at an affordable price. The Unitron Moda II has a similar design, and both products [...]

Siemens Acuris Life Hearing Aids

Siemens Acuris Life hearing aids are made by the largest hearing aid manufacturer in the United States and are part of a proud tradition of quality and innovation. With 125 years of experience in working with hearing aids and hearing assistance, Siemens is a highly respected manufacturer that puts out impressive products, including Siemens Acuris Life hearing aids. One of the many things that makes Siemens Acuris Life hearing aids so appealing is that they are virtually invisible when worn. Plus, they're comfortable, unobtrusive, and are designed for maximum value and performance by Siemens engineers. Wearers of Siemens Acuris Life [...]

All About the Starkey Destiny Hearing Aid

Thinking about buying a Starkey Destiny hearing aid or two? These hearing aids have an excellent reputation for quality and innovation. They are BTE hearing aids, or behind-the-ear hearing aids, and several styles are available in the Destiny series. Built with BluWave Signal Processing, the Starkey Destiny hearing aid adapts to your ever-changing environment, a factor that is certainly important for hearing aid wearers. When you meet with a hearing professional, they will be able to determine the best Starkey Destiny hearing aid model for you, as there are several different kinds. Here are the key features of the Starkey [...]

March Hearing Aid Coupons

It's a new month, and that means new hearing aid coupons from Hearing Aid Express. We're proud to make hearing aids more affordable, and we hope you'll be able to take advantage of these coupons — they can really save you money. Hearing Aid Coupons This month, you'll find a coupon for $600 off a set of ReSound Dot 30 hearing aids. This coupon is not valid with any other offer and is not eligible for financing. It expires on March 31, 2010. Our other coupon is for a limited time offer on Starkey E-3 hearing aids. They start at [...]

Visit Our Cedar Park Hearing Aids Store

We're proud to announce a convenient store for Cedar Park hearing aids shoppers: Hearing Aid Express has a location on S. Bell Blvd., just west of the 183A toll road and south of FM 1431. Starkey, ReSound, Unitron and Sonic Innovations are some of the big-name hearing aid brands you'll find as part of our impressive selection. Hearing loss is the second-most common issue for older adults, right behind arthritis. While just 10 percent of hearing losses are helped by surgery or other medical treatment, 90 percent of hearing losses can be treated with the use of hearing aids. Twenty-eight [...]

Hearing Aid Coupons for February: Save Big!

Affordable Hearing Aids Hearing aid coupons can help save you a lot of money. Hearing Aid Express is proud to make hearing aids affordable, and these coupons are one way we're doing that. Check our website every few weeks to see our latest news, informative information, and new hearing aid coupons. Another way we make things more affordable is by offering several free services: free hearing tests, free digital demonstrations, free cleanings and adjustments, and free personalized programming from purchases from our store. We also sell hearing aid batteries for just 50 cents. ReSound Live Hearing Aid Coupons If you've [...]

Starkey Destiny 1600: Find it at Hearing Aid Express

Made by Starkey, the Destiny 1600 is a quality hearing aid that offers enhanced hearing to people with hearing loss that is affecting their quality of life. This hearing aid is designed for maximum value and performance. Starkey is known for its innovative hearing aids, and the Destiny 1600 is no exception — it's comfortable, unobtrusive and built for years of dependable hearing assistance. Destiny 1600: A BTE Hearing Aid Starkey Destiny hearing aids, including the Destiny 1600, are BTE hearing aids. BTE stands for "behind the ear," since the hearing aid's technology sits behind the wearer's ear. These types [...]

Spotlight on Siemens Hearing Aids

Siemens hearing aids are proudly carried by Hearing Aid Express. With over 130 years of experience in working with hearing aids and hearing assistance, Siemens manufacturers some of the most impressive and innovative hearing aids today. Some Siemens hearing aids even incorporate Bluetooth wireless technology, so they are able to connect to your television, MP3 player and phone. Here is some brief information about a few of the many Siemens hearing aids we carry at our store: Siemens Nitro Hearing Aids The Siemens Nitro hearing aid is specifically designed for people with severe hearing loss, and Siemens notes that it's [...]

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