Oliveira Audiology Blog

Causes of Impacted Cerumen and Treatment Options

03-06-2023

What is impacted cerumen? Cerumen or earwax is a yellow substance secreted by tiny glands in the ear that lines the inner part of your ear canal. The main function of earwax is to protect the ear canal from infection, water, injury, or foreign objects. The ear naturally cleans the wax off itself normally, but […]

09-05-2023

An ear plays a crucial role in the body. This organ helps you converse with friends and know what is happening around you. In the bargain, the ear helps you maintain balance when moving. So how does this body part perform the complex tasks of hearing and maintaining balance? Oliveira Audiology & Hearing Center has […]

10-26-2023

When investing in hearing aids, one of the most common concerns is their lifespan. How long can you expect your hearing aids to last before needing to be replaced? Oliveira Audiology & Hearing Center has the answers you need. Hearing aids are an essential tool for individuals with hearing loss, allowing them to regain their […]

12-06-2023

How to tell if your hearing loss is permanent or temporary? Your hearing health specialist determines whether is hearing loss permanent or temporary based on the possibility of recovery. Temporary hearing loss is reversible with appropriate medication and surgery. Contrarily, permanent hearing loss is irreversible but can be managed by hearing aids. Oliveira Audiology & […]

03-06-2023

Approximately 28.8 million Americans could benefit from wearing hearing aids. Unfortunately, many people do not benefit due to the high cost of hearing aids. Most hearing aids have a high initial cost, raising a common question among many, especially parents: Are hearing aids tax deductible? We’ve put this article together to highlight whether hearing aids […]

11-30-2022

Wearing hearing protection when using firearms is always the best habit to form. Regular use of firearms without protection may cause hearing loss that mainly interferes with high-frequency sounds such as “s,” “f,” or “h.” Appropriate use of firearms offers safety, recreation, and livelihood. This article discusses why you should use hearing protection when […]

10-25-2022

Tinnitus is a common issue affecting more than 30 million people in the US. If left untreated, tinnitus can severely affect your daily life as you might have difficulty concentrating and sleeping. It can also affect personal relationships and work. At Oliveira Audiology & Hearing Center, we offer the best hearing care, as we understand […]

10-25-2022

Hearing aids should be kept clean to ensure they serve you efficiently and for a lengthy period. Hearing aids are expensive, and keeping them clean saves you on replacement and repair costs. That is why we put together this article with simple steps to guide you on easily cleaning your hearing aids. Hearing Aid Cleaning […]

03-09-2022

Hearing loss is a problem that disproportionately affects the older generation. Up to 25% of people between the ages of 65 and 75 have some hearing loss, with the condition affecting up to 50% of people older than 75. Because hearing loss is such a common condition, you may wonder how insurance covers exams and […]

09-13-2022

Many Americans, including children, suffer from hearing loss. More than 13% of people in the US have hearing loss issues based on standard hearing examinations. It is essential to undergo a hearing loss test since hearing loss might be a sign of another underlying condition. Oliveira Audiology & Hearing Center is a family-staffed and […]