Wearing hearing aids is life-changing—but caring for them? That’s where the real magic (and maintenance) begins!
I give my earpieces a quick daily wipe with a wet wipe—nothing fancy, just a little routine love. Once a week, I remove the outer cups and check the filters. If they look like they’ve hosted a wax party, it’s time for a swap! I stock up on fresh filters and those little moisture-absorbing buttons (yes, like the ones you find in pill containers) whenever I visit my audiologist for batteries.
At bedtime, my hearing aids go into a snug plastic container with a moisture-absorber inside to keep the environment dry and cozy. In the morning, it’s clean-and-go.
Let’s talk ear wax. Our clever ears produce more of it when they sense a “foreign object”—like a hearing aid. But unlike rogue earphones, hearing aids don’t fall out (thank goodness), which means wax can sneak its way down toward the eardrum. A gentle reminder: have your ears checked at least once a year, or more often if you’re wax-prone like me.
Your aids likely come with a guarantee, so give them their annual spa day—send them in for a check-up! Your audiologist can usually loan you a temporary pair while yours are away.
And finally, don’t forget your sidekick—the mobile app. Keep it updated to avoid any quirky control issues.
Treat your hearing aids with care, and they’ll return the favor with years of crystal-clear sound and confidence.