When one ear feels stuffed up, voices can sound far away, and it’s confusing when there’s no earwax in sight. At Arcade Hearing Aid Center on Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica, clinical audiologist and hearing instrument specialist Matt Michaels, M.S., CCC-A, and audiologist Mary Lewis, Au.D., help patients sort out what is behind ear fullness […]
Tracking speech in busy dining venues can feel exhausting when environmental noise drowns out your hearing. We perform comprehensive diagnostic assessments to evaluate hearing in quiet rooms and challenging acoustic spaces to identify functional deficits. When we isolate the root mechanism behind your difficult hearing, we guide you toward customized communication solutions. Why Do I […]
While cotton buds look like simple cleaning instruments, inserting them directly into your ear canal complicates hygiene and can injure sensitive structures. We assess whether your earwax demands professional intervention and provide customized care strategies that match your clinical profile. Healthy ears rarely require aggressive manual intervention; nevertheless, when blockage develops, we assist patients in […]
For new parents, finding that their newborn presents auditory issues routinely triggers immense shock and distress. Yet the positive perspective remains that via early care and screening, infants experiencing hearing loss can genuinely thrive over time. Without question, these babies can construct clear speech, social competencies, and enduring bonds within their community, shaping a truly […]
A decline in hearing capacity stretches far beyond raw physical functioning; it acts as a deeply personal challenge that subtly alters everyday perception. Though compromised hearing is routinely described as loss of acoustic definition, the hidden mental and emotional fallout remains every bit as heavy as the primary bodily limitations. Spanning from daily irritation to […]
It is a well-documented biological fact that dogs with long, floppy ears do not capture directional sound waves as efficiently as pointed-ear breeds. It is a fascinating evolutionary trait that cats, dogs, and rodents actively adjust their ear positioning to effortlessly capture acoustic data from the front, sides, and rear. Our furry friends aren’t the […]
There is no denying your passion for your automobile. You would not exchange the open-road autonomy of driving for any alternative, yet your daily vehicle might be inflicting severe auditory damage. Let’s examine vehicle-related hearing loss and some simple solutions to prevent it. Convertibles: Assessing High-Velocity Wind and Engine Noise Much like the other high-performance […]
When a grueling day finally concludes, your entire focus shifts toward achieving a restorative night’s rest. As you lay your head on the pillow and your surroundings go completely still, that familiar aural ringing instantly becomes impossible to tune out. If nocturnal ringing feels magnified compared to daytime levels, you are definitely not misinterpreting your […]
Does your Medicare plan pay for hearing aids? The straightforward response is no. Hearing aids are not covered under Original Medicare. We realize this is disappointing news, and it often comes as a surprise to many of our patients. On the bright side, you have other alternatives to consider. Options such as Medicare Advantage plans, […]
We seldom encounter a teenager or young adult who isn’t currently using a personal audio device. Headphones are a bit more cumbersome, but teens still find them a way to escape from their surroundings. While acoustic enjoyment is universal across all ages, the youth population often utilizes music as a primary tool for time management. […]
