Hearing Protections

Hearing Protection with Custom Earplugs and Ear Molds

Who Needs Hearing Protection?

Are you exposed to high noise levels through your occupation or hobbies? Whether you’re a hunter, musician, frequent concert-goer, or someone who works in noisy environments like airports or construction sites, protecting your hearing is crucial. Noise-intensive recreational activities, such as using a snowblower, mowing the lawn, or engaging in workshop activities, also demand proper ear protection.

Benefits of Custom Earplugs

Custom earplugs are essential not only for preventing hearing loss but also for alleviating symptoms of tinnitus and resolving pitch perception issues. It is vital to wear adequate hearing protection in any setting where noise levels exceed 85 decibels to avoid the risk of permanent hearing damage.

Effectiveness of Hearing Protectors

Quality hearing protectors can reduce noise exposure by up to 30 dB, significantly lowering the risk of hearing loss. Regular use and proper fitting are key to their effectiveness. Note that earbuds, headsets, and hearing aids do not substitute for professional-grade hearing protectors designed to shield against high noise levels.

Choosing the Right Hearing Protection

At our clinic, we offer a variety of hearing protectors tailored to different needs:

• Defenders for workplace use (Class A and B)
• Defenders for hunters
• Defenders for musicians and music listeners, equipped with ER 15 or 25 filters

How it Works:

You will go through two key appointments:

1. Earmold Impression: We take a precise impression of your ears to ensure a perfect fit.
2. Fitting & Verification:
   • Instruction on proper insertion and removal of earplugs.
   • Guidance on cleaning and maintenance.
   • Verification of the earplugs’ performance through a pure tone test to confirm their Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) against your current audiogram.

Importance of Verification

A comfortable fit does not guarantee performance. Our verification process ensures that your earplugs meet their specified noise reduction ratings, providing you with the best possible protection.