Patient Resources
What You Can Expect as Your Loved One Regains Control of Their Hearing
A richer, more rewarding, and independent lifestyle is awaiting those who use hearing aids to treat hearing loss. However, as your loved one begins using hearing aids, you should expect a gradual change, which can be quite challenging in the first weeks and months....
These Medications Could Be Harmful to Your Hearing
Hearing loss is sometimes difficult to diagnose because each patient experiences it differently. Unfortunately, I have seen too many patients wait too long and cause irreparable damage to their hearing. Only once the problem becomes obvious do people seek help. While...
ReSound’s New Product ‘Custom’ Could Be a Game-Changer.
New products hit the market all the time, and we keep our eye on every one of them. Not all the products are worth mentioning, but we think many people with benefit from this one. As prescription hearing aids get smaller and more sophisticated, they also come with...
Why Are My Hearing Aids So Uncomfortable?
Like a new pair of shoes, new hearing aids that fit well need some getting used to, but poorly-fitted devices will continue to be uncomfortable. We want Northern Illinois residents to enjoy the best possible benefits from their hearing aids, so we provide the...
What Happens at an Earwax Removal Appointment?
Wax buildup in your ears can cause all sorts of problems, from mild discomfort to hearing loss. While earwax removal isn’t always necessary (especially if it’s not causing any symptoms), there are many reasons why someone might need this procedure done. Here are some...
What Happens At A Hearing Test?
You’ve had your suspicions for some time – your hearing doesn’t seem as sharp as usual. Fortunately, you’ve taken the correct next step and made an appointment for a hearing test. But, unfortunately, that’s also when your nerves kicked in. Let our experts, Fox Valley...
How We’re Continuing To Protect You In 2022
At Fox Valley ENT, patients' health and well-being have been at the foundation of our clinic. As your local physicians and doctors of audiology, the development of COVID-19 is monitored, and we continually follow government guidelines for in-person appointments. With...
The Different Types of Hearing Aids
Thanks to modern technology, hearing aids are rapidly becoming mainstream devices. They come equipped with amazing features like Bluetooth compatibility, and they can even be personalized with stylish designs or your favorite color. That's a world's difference from...
Does My Insurance Cover Me For Hearing Aids?
We’ve lost count of all the times patients have asked whether their insurance will cover their hearing aids. Yet, it is perhaps one of the first questions patients ask us once they learn that they need hearing devices. Understanding insurance and all the inclusions...
Audiologist Vs. Hearing Aid Dispenser – What’s The Difference?
The time has come for you to get hearing aids. You may find yourself tempted by some of the sales currently on at your local hearing aid dispenser. But before you walk through their door, it's essential to consider the differences between a hearing aid dispenser and...