2080 Timothy Rd, Athens, GA 30606
706-888-6921Hearing Testing
Hear in three easy steps.
FREE Hearing Testing Available
Every new hearing aid fitting starts with a free comprehensive test of your hearing to determine the best option for you.
FREE Fast & Efficient Repairs
Get your old hearing aids running again with repairs completed free of charge. Bring your current or recently fitted pair in for a reliable repair.
Multiple Brands To Choose From
Athens Hear features the best hearing aids from the Signia and Starkey hearing aid lines. We provide recommendations on usage and accessories, too.
What Are Hearing Tests?
Hearing tests are exams that are performed by medical professionals to determine whether a person has hearing impairment. It’s possible to need more than one hearing test in the course of a lifetime. Children and newborns in the US usually have screenings for hearing impairments. According to statistics, more than 30 million Americans who are 18 years of age and older have hearing loss. These tests, which use a variety of approaches designed specifically to find such problems, are essential in detecting possible hearing loss. One common method is to use audiometry and create an audiogram to display the results of the test. Crucially, there is no discomfort involved with these exams and no need for extra preparation.
What Are Hearing Tests Called?
Hearing examinations include both screening procedures and in-depth assessments. Finding out if a person’s hearing is within the normal range is the goal of a screening. If a screening is unsuccessful, an extensive audiological evaluation is required. The purpose of these assessments is to determine the kind and severity of any hearing loss, categorizing it as mild, moderate, or severe.
Who Should Have a Hearing Test?
Most Americans will probably at some point in their lives have to go through either a screening or a thorough examination. Soon after delivery, newborns in the United States are regularly subjected to hearing tests. If there are signs of hearing impairments, children may be screened at regular checkups or in school environments. When an adult observes symptoms of hearing impairment, either themselves or someone close to them should get a hearing examination.
How Often Should I Have a Hearing Test?
The frequency of hearing evaluations varies depending on the situation. People who work in noisy situations, for example, might need to get screened annually. Or, for those without such occupational exposures, examinations might wait until they are in their 50s or 60s, when age-related hearing loss starts to become more common. If someone thinks they might have a hearing problem, they should see a doctor to get referred to an audiologist for a formal assessment.
Small business, intimate service.
We’re a team that’s known for a lot of things in Athens. Here’s a quick rundown of what we’re best known for:
- Owned & operated family business since 2013
- Honest & upfront pricing on all hearing aids and services
- Unmatched on complementary or free services
- Providing a true patient-first experience — when this is no longer the norm
Our team is an extension and reflection of the owners of our small business. This is one of the few hearing health centers that still appreciates putting patients first and we can’t wait to see you come and visit us.
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