Frequently Asked Questions
Know Someone Who Is Considering Treatment for Their Hearing Loss? | Some Encouragement From Our Patients
“If you ask anybody who has successfully achieved better hearing, they’ll tell you that they wish they had taken action sooner.”Hearing loss comes on at such a slow pace that most people have no clue that they have a problem until it becomes a struggle to communicate....
How Much Do Hearing Aids Cost? | An Expert Audiologist From Upstate Hearing Aid Center Clarifies
One of the most common queries we receive is “How much do hearing aids cost?” Since you've landed on this page, it's probable you've been searching for this answer and discovered that most clinics maintain a tight-lipped approach. You might be wondering why, and there...
Taking the First Step Toward Better Hearing | Inspirational Patient Stories From Upstate Hearing Aid Center
Every day, we receive numerous phone calls from concerned individuals across Greenville, SC, and beyond. These calls are often from people worried about their own hearing or that of a loved one. The callers are filled with questions and anxieties, unsure about the...
Do You Need A Prescription Hearing Aid Or An Over-The Counter Hearing Aid?
In the year and a half since the FDA regulations regarding over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids were first proposed back in October 2021, the landscape of hearing assistance has significantly changed. This article, updated for 2023, seeks to clarify the ongoing debate...
Greenville Audiologist Shares His Opinion on Oticon More Hearing Aids
The pace of hearing aid technology progress is rapid these days. Unless you’re following the field closely, it’s tough to keep up. This article should help you understand the remarkable features of the latest hearing aids. The brand and model I recommend most right...
Earlens — What Are They and Who Will They Benefit Most?
We live in inspiring times right now where technology is advancing quickly. We have many tools at our disposal to manage hearing loss, but unfortunately, none of them can cure it. To get the healthiest hearing possible, we scour the country looking for any new...
Do I Need My Hearing Aids Repaired?
Hello, I'm Daniel Hewson, and I'm here to talk about something that's important to me: your hearing healthcare. For years, I've been helping people with hearing loss get back to the lives they love, and a crucial part of that is ensuring their are working correctly....
Balance Testing and Therapy in Greenville, SC
Vertigo is a common balance disorder that can often be treated successfully. Depending on the cause of your vertigo, your doctor may recommend balance testing and/or therapy. Balance testing can help identify the root of your problem and determine the best treatment...
The Link between Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
Multiple studies from the past forty years prove that there is a link between severe hearing loss and cognitive decline, which means that if a hearing loss is not treated promptly, a person’s cognitive brain function can decline by 30 to 54%. One of the studies by an...
What Happens at a Hearing Test?
When you go to the doctor, it’s easy to know what to expect because you’ve likely been there many times previously, but being seen by an audiologist is different – you might not have had a hearing test before, and this may be your first visit to Upstate Hearing Aids...