I Don't Want My Hearing Aid to Be Seen. Are There Discreet Models?

At Pendik Ses İşitme you can try in-the-ear and in-the-canal models that suit your degree of hearing loss and are not noticeable from the outside, and decide for yourself. Different models are available at our centre.

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Devices that are not noticeable from the outside

Discreet models sit inside the ear canal. In-the-canal (ITC) and completely-in-canal (CIC) devices sit inside the ear canal, so they are usually not visible when someone looks at you from the side. These devices are made individually, from an impression taken of your ear canal.

Do they suit every ear?

In-the-canal models may not be suitable for every hearing loss. The degree of loss, the width and shape of the ear canal, and frequent ear discharge or a lot of earwax all affect this decision. Small devices also have small batteries, and changing them takes good finger dexterity. The hearing specialist decides on suitability after a hearing test and an ear examination.

Small behind-the-ear models

If an in-the-canal model is not suitable, small receiver-in-canal (RIC) devices, connected to the ear by a thin wire, are another option that does not draw attention. When a colour close to your hair or skin tone is chosen, most people do not notice the device.

Caring for small devices

Discreet devices also need regular care.

• Earwax and moisture can block the sound outlet of in-the-canal devices. Wipe the device every day with a dry, soft cloth and change the wax filter regularly.
• On very small devices, features such as phone connection or a volume button may be limited. If these features matter to you, tell the hearing specialist.
• Taking the device out at night and leaving the battery door open helps moisture escape.
• If you get a sore, pain or itching in your ear, stop wearing the device and come in for a check.

Trying and getting used to it

At Pendik Ses İşitme you can see models of different sizes in a mirror and judge for yourself how they look in your ear. For in-the-ear devices, there is a waiting time for production after the impression is taken. When the device arrives, you are shown step by step how to put it in, take it out and clean it. At follow-up appointments in the first weeks, the settings are adjusted again based on your experience.