Frequently Asked Questions
Where are you located?
We are at 1834 East Victoria Ave, Regina, Sask S4N 7K3. You will find us on the North Service road, between Moxies and Carls’ Junior, in the same strip mall as 24 hour Animal Care and Dogtopia, behind Stats Cocktails & Dreams.
Do I need a referral to book a hearing test?
No! We welcome physician referrals, but you or your family member can conveniently book online or contact us for an appointment.
I have hearing aids from another clinic, can I still be seen?
Yes! We are able to service and work with a wide variety of brands. Please contact us to find out more specific information about your situation.
Many of my friends say their hearing aids do not help them with background noise. This is the only place that I have trouble. Should I get hearing aids if they don’t seem to help my friends?
The best hearing aid technology today is much better at reducing the effect of background noise compared to even just a few years ago. However, satisfactory hearing in background noise is sometimes difficult to achieve because of the hearing loss itself. The loss of tiny hair cells in...
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What are the different types of hearing loss?
There are three main types of hearing loss, and each can be caused by different factors and require different technology or treatments. The three types of hearing loss include: Sensorineural hearing loss: A problem with the auditory nerve or damage to the inner ear. This commonly...
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How do I know if I have a hearing loss?
Hearing loss will typically happen gradually. Sometimes, it’s your family members that will mention that you are beginning to miss things, before you even notice. If you experience any of the following, please contact us to book a baseline evaluation! You feel...
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Why do hearing aids cost so much?
One reason is that hearing aids are sold in relatively low volume (about 1.7 million hearing aids for some 30 million people with hearing loss). Also, the amount of time and money spent by manufacturers on research and development is considerable. There is also a one- to two-year...
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What hearing aid style is the best for me?
Your audiologist can help you make an appropriate choice based on your degree of hearing loss, the shape of your outer ear, the size and shape of the ear canal, your ability to place and adjust the device, any special features you need and any issues with excessive wax or drainage from the...
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