Hearing Healthcare Services
Hearing Aid Specialists
Individuality extends to hearing loss and lifestyles, which is why our diverse range of cost-effective hearing aids caters to varied budgets and preferences. Our certified specialists tailor recommendations to each patient's unique needs, ensuring optimal satisfaction. Explore the array of hearing aid technologies at Ortiz Hearing Center, Inc. of Illinois, along with our accommodating financing choices.
Our Services
Your free appointment will involve a comprehensive hearing evaluation as well as an expert consultation to discuss the results of the evaluation as it relates to helping you understand any degree of hearing loss that may exist and possible solutions to treat the effects. This comprehensive hearing evaluation includes an audiometric examination through an audiogram.
After your free appointment takes place, we offer a variety of services to accommodate your personal hearing needs:
- Personalized hearing aid fittings
- Custom swimmer molds and ear plugs
- Hearing aid batteries and accessories
- Medical referrals
- Hearing consultation (individual and family-oriented)
- Hearing aid repairs for all brands
- Customer hearing protection
- Assisted listening devices (TV Ears, etc.)
- Hearing awareness program
Discover What Our Hearing Test Offers
Hearing loss has diverse causes and effects, impacting millions of Americans. Taking this step signifies your commitment to learning about hearing loss effects and treatments. Explore tutorials and patient stories to gauge missed sounds and potential solutions.
Meet our experts at Ortiz Hearing Center, Inc. for a complimentary hearing evaluation and consultation. Reach out through our contact page today!
Technology
At Ortiz Eye and Hearing Associates, we're committed to delivering the highest level of hearing care by harnessing cutting-edge technology. Our approach is centered around utilizing the latest advancements to assess, diagnose, and address your hearing needs with unparalleled precision. From state-of-the-art diagnostics to innovative hearing aid solutions, we ensure that your experience is marked by clarity, comfort, and improved quality of life. Trust us to leverage technology's power for your optimal hearing well-being.
Dementia
A collaborative study by Johns Hopkins Medicine and the National Institute on Aging has shed light on the relationship between untreated hearing loss and the potential development of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
A critical factor in this connection is the concept of 'auditory deprivation,' where the brain's reduced exposure to sounds due to hearing loss hampers its regular stimulation. This decline in processing auditory information and speech comprehension could play a significant role in the progression of dementia. The findings emphasize that seniors with untreated hearing loss face a significantly higher risk of developing dementia over time compared to those who maintain their hearing.
Beyond affecting communication and relationships, untreated hearing loss now emerges as a possible contributor to dementia. This study underscores the importance of addressing hearing loss promptly. Utilizing hearing aids can prove pivotal in delaying or preventing dementia. For those experiencing hearing difficulties, or for their loved ones, taking the proactive step of scheduling a complimentary hearing consultation is strongly recommended. Early intervention could hold the key to safeguarding cognitive health.
