Side Effects of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss only makes it harder for you to hear, right? It turns out, hearing loss is just the beginning. Untreated hearing loss has a number of surprising side effects. Issues with Mental Health Hearing loss can be very isolating. This can lead to an increase in anxiety, depression, stress and many other mental health…
Tinnitus and Stress
Tinnitus is the sensation of hearing a ringing in the ear and can range from a sporadic annoyance to debilitation. Those suffering from tinnitus experience a number of symptoms including difficulty sleeping, trouble concentrating and increased stress. Understanding how stress and tinnitus impact each other can help you seek the right treatment and improve your…
Early Signs of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is common – more than 48 million people across the country are experiencing it right now. Understanding the early signs of this condition can help you seek treatment quickly. And as with most medical conditions, the sooner you seek help, the better the outcome. Voices Sound Muffled Hearing loss occurs when the hair…
What Is a Decibel?
A decibel is commonly referred to when talking about hearing loss. But what is this unit really measuring? Understanding what a decibel is can help you fully understand sounds and your hearing loss. Sound Intensity A decibel is a logarithmic way of explaining a ratio between power, voltage and sound pressure. Sound is, in essence,…
COVID-19 UPDATE
It is my intention that Total Hearing Care and Hearing Professional Center remain open to service our patients’ hearing needs because we know that hearing is essential healthcare. However, like many offices, we are instituting new regulations to ensure patient, as well as audiologist and staff, safety and wellbeing. In addition to an increase in…
Flying with Hearing Aids
Traveling can be stressful, especially when you add in having to navigate an airport. If you are one of the more than 48 million people in the U.S. with hearing loss, the thought of trying to fly with your hearing aids may seem like too much. The audiologists from Total Hearing Care of Dallas have…
Stop Ignoring Your Hearing Loss
Like most medical conditions, simply ignore your hearing loss and hoping it goes away or treats itself won’t work. Untreated hearing loss can have an impact on more than just your ability to hear—it can affect many areas of your health. Below are four reasons why you should stop living in denial and contact an…
What to Expect During a Hearing Test
Tests can be nerve racking and anxiety producing. While most of us have been out of school for years, there are plenty of test results that still matter. If you think you may have hearing loss, chances are you have contacted your audiologist and scheduled an initial visit. While there, they will perform a series…
Protect Yourself From Tinnitus After a Concert
Last time you went to a live show, did you leave with a ringing in your ear? Learn how to protect your ears from tinnitus at your next concert. What Is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is the sensation of hearing a ringing or buzzing in the ears. While a number of conditions include tinnitus in their list…
What to Expect from Your Hearing Aids
For those who are new to hearing aids, the rehabilitation process may seem daunting. Understanding what to expect before, during and after you have purchased your first pair of hearing devices is key to long-term success. Before Purchasing Hearing Aids There are many hearing aid styles made by a number of manufacturers. In order to…
