Category: Tinnitus

In certain cases, hearing aids have been shown to help reduce tinnitus. According to a study conducted by Sergei Kochkin (Ph.D.) and Richard Tyler (Ph.D.), 60% of 230 surveyed patients experienced some relief from their tinnitus through the use of hearing aids alone. These devices are most effective when used in conjunction with Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT) to assist in the management and control of tinnitus. In this article, we will cover how the use of hearing aids can help manage tinnitus.

Fortunately, there are quite a few things that dentists can do to help treat and prevent occupational hearing conditions like tinnitus. In this guide, we will discuss a few important facts dentists need to know about tinnitus and hearing loss, plus offer a few prevention tips.

We understand how confusing insurance can be. It is for all of us – especially when dealing with reimbursement for tinnitus and/or hearing services! These challenges are not for everyone, but we are here to help you get the most out of your benefits. We have a dedicated insurance team to help navigate and determine insurance for tinnitus and hearing aids.

Tinnitus – the perception of a sound when no external noise is present – is an extremely common and often debilitating problem. In fact, around 50 million Americans experience some form of tinnitus and 2 million suffer from such severe symptoms, they struggle to function on a day-to-day basis. While there are several measures you can take to improve tinnitus symptoms, there is currently no cure for the condition.

The U.S. is experiencing a suicide crisis. Recent data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that the national suicide rate increased by 33 percent between 1999 and 2017, making suicide the second-leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 35. With such jarring statistics, it’s crucial to address the underlying causes leading Americans to take their own lives. One such cause may come as a surprise: tinnitus. Tinnitus is the conscious awareness of buzzing or ringing in your ears, and it’s extremely common. In fact, as many as 2 million Americans suffer from chronic tinnitus that makes it difficult for them to function on a day-to-day basis. Even worse, many tinnitus sufferers aren’t ... Read more

While hearing loss can make you feel alone in the world, many people understand exactly what you’re going through – about 20 percent of Americans report some degree of hearing loss. Although you experience it alone, your hearing loss can affect all of your relationships. At Sound Relief we have found that when someone in the family has hearing loss, the whole family has a hearing problem. Don’t underestimate the impact of hearing loss on your spouse or partner. Oftentimes, both halves of a couple will report frustration, a sense of isolation, and resentment toward their partner when hearing loss is left untreated. These negative ramifications can also occur when one half of a couple suffers from tinnitus or ringing ... Read more