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The type of hearing aid you get and the level of functionality you need will be determined by factors including your hearing loss and your lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here at Hummingbird Hearingcare we ensure that you are not only receiving the best customer service and hearing aids for your requirements but also the most competitively priced products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can buy the best hearing aids around, but you\u2019ll only benefit from them if they\u2019re fitted properly, programmed and adjusted on an ongoing basis so they\u2019re right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some differences between retailers and what they include in the price are: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>length of trial period <\/li><li>length of warranty and what it includes <\/li><li>whether you\u2019ll get free ongoing maintenance items such as batteries, wax traps, receivers (the tubing) and cleaning kits, and services such as wax removal.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, you should have a follow-up appointment between four and 12 weeks after getting your hearing aids, so you can troubleshoot any teething problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens if you lose a hearing aid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hearing aids are a great way to hear again, but many people lose them due to the pandemic. Pulling masks on and off can be very dangerous for your hearing health so make sure you keep track!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The RNID recommends: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>face coverings which tie around your head and don\u2019t touch your ears <\/li><li>try to only remove your face covering when you are in a place where your hearing aid can be easily found if it falls out <\/li><li>try a mask extender which links the straps at the back of your head. You can buy these, or make your own.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some hearing aid retailers offer bespoke insurance products to cover loss. Check your retailer\u2019s replacement policy and what your home personal possessions policy covers before you buy insurance, as this may cover loss, theft and accidental damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The cost and quality of hearing aids can be difficult to estimate. 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