Dr. Oyakhire Explains the Benefits of Seeing an Audiologist at a Full-Service ENT
Article Written by Patricia Oyakhire, Au.D. At The Center for ENT, our experienced audiologists focus first on providing accurate diagnostic hearing evaluations followed by customized hearing treatment plans to meet our patients’ specific needs. We believe that a patient is always best served in an environment that prioritizes a comprehensive health care approach. That goal…
Dr. Martin Explains that Even Minor Hearing Loss Can Lead to Cognitive Decline
For the 48 million Americans who experience hearing loss, the dangers of cognitive impairment have been well-known for years. The link between hearing impairment and cognition has been well-established through numerous studies. Up until now, it was believed that cognitive decline did not occur until hearing loss had reached an advanced stage, but a new…
Why You Should Invest in Custom Earplugs
Custom-made earplugs offer a level of hearing protection unmatched by their one-size-fits-all counterparts. Everyone’s ears vary in size and shape; there is no way a plug made for everyone can provide the same level of protection as one that is made from a mold of your ear. We offer a variety of custom earplugs designed specifically…
Top 5 Symptoms of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is a progressive condition that worsens over time. Symptoms appear so gradually you may be completely unaware of your affliction for some time. Your Houston audiologist believes that knowing the early signs is helpful since catching hearing loss early gives you access to the best treatment options. Below are the most common symptoms: Frequently…
Hearing Aids Can Help Your Career
Hearing loss has long been stigmatized. This has led to many individuals in Houston putting off seeking treatment for their hearing loss. Like most health conditions, the best results come from early intervention. Only 20 percent of those who could benefit from a hearing device actually wear one; most of the individuals who seek help…
Hearing loss in the Houston workplace
Background sound is a constant in our busy lives. Normally, background noises are at safe levels that won’t impact our hearing, but repeated exposure to loud noises can cause hearing loss. What is Noise-Induced Hearing Loss? Noise-induced hearing loss is the second most common form of hearing loss (ranking behind presbycusis, hearing loss related to normal…
Hearing Aid Misconception
Chances are, you or someone you know in Houston, Texas is currently suffering from hearing loss. While there are 48 million people in the United States with this condition, nearly 80 percent of them choose not to use their hearing aids. While we don’t understand why this is the case, since you would never leave…
10 Tips for Efficient Communication with the Hearing Impaired
There are 48 million people in the U.S. with hearing loss; chances are you know at least someone in the Houston area who suffers from it. While we all want to be inclusive, there is no point in pretending that having a conversation with someone who has hearing loss is not at least a little…
The Importance of Hearing Aids
Hearing loss is the third most common physical condition in the United States, behind only arthritis and heart disease. There are 48 million people in Houston, Texas and throughout the country suffering from hearing loss; of those people, only 20 percent who can benefit from hearing aids use them. Why? Many refuse to acknowledge that they…
The Benefits of Hearing Aids
If you are living with untreated hearing loss, you have probably seen your fair share of ads about the dangers of going without treatment. Fear-mongering is not how we want to convince our patients they need help. At the Center for ENT, we think learning about the benefits and improvements hearing aids can bring to…