{"id":672,"date":"2018-08-22T11:53:44","date_gmt":"2018-08-22T18:53:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fuelvet.com\/~wataugah\/?page_id=672"},"modified":"2018-08-22T13:51:52","modified_gmt":"2018-08-22T20:51:52","slug":"why-an-audiologist","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wataugahearing.com\/hearing-aids\/why-an-audiologist\/","title":{"rendered":"Why an Audiologist?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One-type-fits-all hearing aids are a thing of the past. Today\u2019s hearing aids are dynamic in fit, style, size, shape and function. Different types of hearing aids offer wearers different features and benefits. Because the world of hearing aids has become so diverse, getting your hearing aids from an audiologist is vital to ensuring you\u2019re enjoying the full benefits of your devices.<\/p>\n<p>The audiologists at Watauga Hearing are dedicated to helping you hear your best with your hearing aids. Our audiologists are continually striving to fit hearing aids based on best\/preferred practices guidelines as outlined by the American Academy of Audiology (AAA) and American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).<\/p>\n<h2>Benefits of Getting Hearing Aids from an Audiologist<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Expert knowledge. Choosing the best hearing aid isn\u2019t as easy as selecting a product from a list. An audiologist has the breadth and depth of knowledge to help you select your ideal pair of hearing devices. The audiologists at Watauga Hearing are here to help you during every step of the hearing aid selection process.<\/li>\n<li>Counseling services. For most people, adjusting to life with hearing aids doesn\u2019t happen overnight. Since the process of adapting to hearing aids can be challenging, counseling services are an important part of adapting to life with hearing devices. Our staff understands what you\u2019re going through and is here to help you learn about life with hearing aids so you can acclimate to your devices comfortably.<\/li>\n<li>Careful fitting. Your new hearing aids will be custom fitted to your ear; adjustments called <a href=\"https:\/\/wataugahearing.com\/hearing-aids\/hearing-aid-fitting-counseling\/#measure\">real ear measures<\/a> are necessary for optimal hearing device performance. You will find many hearing aid facilities that do not complete these important measurements even though it ensures optimal hearing aid performance and is recommended by the American Academy of Audiology. You can take comfort knowing that the audiologists at Watauga Hearing complete real ear measures each and every time it is possible. You can expect careful and continuous care throughout the entire fitting and follow-up process.<\/li>\n<li>Precise adjustments. As you adapt to life with hearing aids, you will need to adjust your devices occasionally in order to keep your hearing aids working their best. To keep up with maintenance and adjustments within the days, weeks, months and even years after you get hearing devices, you will need the expert help of our audiology staff.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Choosing to receive care at Watauga Hearing is not about a hearing aid, it is about helping you achieve the very best hearing possible.<\/p>\n<p>Call <span class=\"company-name \">Watauga Hearing<\/span> at <a href=\"tel:+14239281901\" class=\"phone \"> <span class=\"phNum\">(423) 928-1901 <\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One-type-fits-all hearing aids are a thing of the past. Today\u2019s hearing aids are dynamic in fit, style, size, shape and function. Different types of hearing aids offer wearers different features and benefits. 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