Hearing Health Articles
Hearing Health Articles
Practical guides from Smokey Mountain Audiology in Sevierville, TN. Learn what to expect at a hearing test, how to choose and care for hearing aids, and how to protect your hearing. Questions? Call (865) 428-6222.
How Much Do Hearing Aids Cost? Insurance, Medicare, and VA Benefits
Hearing aids range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. Learn what drives the price and how insurance, Medicare Advantage, and VA benefits can help.
Types of Hearing Aids: Behind-the-Ear, In-the-Ear, and More
Behind-the-ear, receiver-in-canal, in-the-ear, or invisible? Learn the main hearing aid styles, who each one suits, and the trade-offs between size and power.
Prescription vs. Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids: Which Is Right for You?
Over-the-counter hearing aids cost less, but they are not for everyone. Compare OTC and prescription hearing aids on fit, hearing loss level, support, and price.
What to Expect at a Hearing Test: A Step-by-Step Guide
A hearing test is quick and painless. Here is what happens at each step of an audiometry test, how long it takes, and how to read your results.