These hearing aids are able to accommodate a wide range of hearing losses and are available in very discreet designs.
Behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids are a popular and versatile style of hearing aids that rest comfortably behind the ear. They consist of a small, discreet device that houses the electronics, connected to a clear tube that directs sound into a custom-made earmold or a soft earpiece that fits inside the ear canal.
BTE hearing aids are suitable for people with mild to profound hearing loss and offer features like improved sound amplification, background noise reduction, and wireless connectivity to smartphones and other devices. They are known for their durability, ease of use, and customizable options to fit various preferences and hearing needs.
Their larger size allows for longer battery life and the inclusion of advanced features such as directional microphones, telecoils, and Bluetooth technology, making them ideal for people who require more robust amplification and functionality.
In-The-Ear Hearing aids can be categorized further based on their size and features as ITE (In-The-Ear, In-The-Canal, Completely-In the-Canal and Invisible In the Canal). For you to get a thorough understanding the subcategories are explained below.
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This is the world’s most common hearing aid style. Available in two levels of power to accommodate a wide range of hearing losses. The BTE hearing aid is usually coupled to the ear with a custom made ear mold. Certain devices also have the thin tube option to suit the different configurations of hearing loss.
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miniRITE sits discreetly behind the ear and is our smallest behind-the-ear hearing aid. A tiny speaker attached to a thin, almost invisible wire fits comfortably in the ear. This style of hearing aid has become even more popular than CIC hearing aids in foreign countries such as the USA.
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Slightly larger than the classic BTE, this hearing aid is designed for patients who find BTE instruments not powerful enough, but a super power hearing aid too loud.