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 […]

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 […]

12-16-2021

Hearing loss is a condition that affects millions of Americans. Most people start to experience hearing loss as they age, but certain health conditions, noise exposure, and even genetic predisposition, can expedite the issue. Hearing aids can help you compensate for hearing, but it is important to work with an audiologist to find the device […]

01-20-2022

In Texas, it is traditional to celebrate holidays such as the Fourth of July and New Year’s with fireworks. It is illegal to shoot them off within the Laredo city limits, but they can be used elsewhere within Webb County. However, it is important not only to be in compliance with the law when shooting […]

10-28-2021

While there are many hearing aid options available in Texas, you almost always get better results from custom-made hearing aids that you obtain from an audiologist or hearing specialist than generic models that you purchase from other sources, such as an online retailer or a big box store. In either case, adjusting to new hearing […]