Frequently Asked Questions

Hearing loss occurs very gradually and for some can progress over many years. It's only reasonable to expect that hearing properly with your new hearing aids will take some getting used to. This adjustment period varies for different people and can range from just a few days to a few months. During this time, it's important to rely on your hearing care professional. They can ease the getting-used-to and help you set realistic expectations at every step of the process.

For the majority of people with hearing loss, binaural amplification (two hearing aids) is the best option. In fact, more than 75% of all hearing aid fittings today are binaural, and those wearers report greater satisfaction than those wearing only one hearing aid. Designed to mimic the natural benefit of two ears, binaural hearing aids will give you greater speech clarity, sound comfort, and better ability to locate the source of sounds. Your Audiologist or hearing health professional can help you determine if you have a hearing loss in just one ear, or if both ears are affected.

The vast majority of hearing losses found in adults can be only improved with properly fitted hearing aids. A small number of hearing losses can be treated medically, especially if they are caused by a blockage in the ear canal or improper middle ear function. A visit to your Audiologist or hearing health professional will help determine the best course of action.

The effects of untreated hearing loss are far-reaching. It can have a negative impact not only for the person with the hearing loss, but also on their extended network of family, friends, and colleagues. Hearing loss has been linked to feelings of isolation and depression since social interaction is compromised. Work performance can suffer, causing a decline in productivity and earning power. Some people with hearing loss can start to withdraw from others, avoiding many activities they used to enjoy. Some studies even associate hearing loss with high blood pressure. According to statistics, people with known hearing loss wait an average of seven years to try hearing aids. During that time, hearing and speech understanding can continue to deteriorate. The potential benefits of even the best hearing aids can be diminished the longer a person waits to correct their hearing loss. That's why it's vitally important to act immediately if you suspect a hearing problem.

Hearing aids are sophisticated medical devices that require proper fitting face-to-face with a licensed audiologist or hearing care professional. For this reason, Rexton does not support online hearing aid sales processes that do not include a hearing care professional.

Many people avoid hearing aids because they are worried that others will notice or they are not aware of the multitude of discreet options available. Hearing loss itself can be noticed by others and can be the cause of many embarrassing moments during social or business interaction. Today's hearing aids from Rexton are significantly smaller and more attractive than their predecessors from years ago. Some are virtually invisible when they worn, while others boast elegant design and fashion colors you won't want to hide.

Similar to many other products, the technological advances in hearing instruments have been astonishing. No longer just basic amplifiers for all types of sounds, today's digital instruments from Rexton are computer programmed to selectively amplify sounds based on each individual's hearing needs. There are innovations specifically designed to minimize background noise, improve speech clarity, reduce feedback whistling, and even learn what volume settings a wearer prefers. Most hearing aids today contain technology that does not require wearers to adjust them, but rather they can assess the situations and adjust themselves automatically. Some are even rechargeable so there's no daily fuss with tiny batteries.

By visiting Rexton's website, you've already taken an important first step in understanding and treating your hearing loss. Next, you should visit an Audiologist or hearing care professional. They can perform a battery of painless tests to determine if you have a hearing loss. If appropriate, any intervention or treatment options can be discussed during your visit, and these experts can answer any other questions you may have.