Thursday, July 28, 2016

What is an extended wear hearing aid?

Yes, Lyric is the only extended wear hearing aid available.  There are several things that make it unique.  It’s 100% invisible, provides effortless hearing and has natural sound quality.


100% Invisible
Lyric is placed deep in the ear canal, approximately 4 millimeters from the eardrum.  This allows for both the microphone and receiver (speaker) to fit in the ear canal.  It cannot be seen from any angle, at any time.  The programmable device is comfortably placed during a routine office visit.  It is not an implant and it can be removed with a special tool. 

Effortless Hearing
Lyric is the only hearing aid that can be worn without daily insertion or removal and there is no need to change the batteries.  It can be safely worn through daily activities such as showering, exercising, sleeping and talking on the phone.

Natural Sound Quality;
Lyric uses the natural anatomy of the outer ear to direct sound to the microphone, where it is then amplified at the eardrum.  Because Lyric takes advantage of the ear’s anatomy, users experience natural sound quality and improved directionality and localization (the ability to hear where sounds come from).  Eighty six percent Lyric users agree that the sound quality is very good.


To learn more or to see if you are a candidate for Lyric call 440-205-8848 for a complimentary consultation and 30 day trial.  

Life sounds great!  Enjoy every moment!




Jane Kukula, AuD & Ashley Spisak, AuD
8897 Mentor Ave
Mentor, Ohio 44060
440-205-8848
Fax: 440-205-9818




Thursday, July 21, 2016

How do you determine who is a good candidate for the extended wear hearing aids?

We look at three factors to determine whether or not you are a candidate for Lyric, the extended wear hearing aid.  

First, we assess your hearing to see if it falls in the fitting range.  For this assessment, we look in your ears, check your eardrums, and evaluate your hearing ability. The evaluation is done in the office and typically is covered by most health insurance plans.

Second, we will go over a questionnaire that looks at health issues and your lifestyle.  We want to ensure that there are no contraindications for using Lyric.  For example, while you can shower with Lyric, you cannot submerge your ears under water.  If you do water exercises and do not put your head under water, then Lyric is an option for you.

Third, we need to make sure Lyric will fit in your ear canal.  The length of the ear canal is measured to determine if it is long enough.  If it long enough to accommodate the device we will assess whether one of the 5 different diameters will fit.  The 5 sizes fit 80% of people.
If you are interested in a 30 day trial call 440-205-8848 to schedule an appointment.  

Life sounds great!  Enjoy every moment!


Jane Kukula, AuD & Ashley Spisak, AuD
8897 Mentor Ave
Mentor, Ohio 44060
440-205-8848
Fax: 440-205-9818