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Truth About Q-Tips: Are They Bad for Your Ears?

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Posted by Memorial Hearing on October 31, 2022

Most people trust Q-Tips to clean their ear canals of excess earwax and dirt. Although Q-Tips or cotton swabs are convenient and straightforward, they may do more harm than good. Read on as we delve further into this topic and discuss the question, "are Q-tips bad for your ears." Why Are Q-Tips Bad For My Ears? When you use Q- Tips or cotton swabs to remove wax, they frequently push some of it deeper into the medial canal, making it more difficult to remove. It may press against the tympanic membrane [...]

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Common Hearing Aid Repairs

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Posted by Memorial Hearing on October 4, 2022

Hearing aids are reliable and can serve you for years but aren't destruction-free. Over time, you can expect some functionality issues. To continue using them, you must consult your audiologist for repair.   Some hearing aid repairs can be easy as cleaning and unclogging the device, while others can be complicated. It is important to know when your hearing aid requires repair and when to take them to your audiologist. At Memorial Hearing, we do our best to fix any issue with hearing aids to [...]

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The Best Way to Clean Your Ears: A Complete Guide

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Posted by Memorial Hearing on September 13, 2022

We are all aware of how unpleasant and deafening an ear wax blockage can be, but it is important to take precaution when choosing which ear wax removal methods to use and which to avoid. Read on to learn more about the best ways to clean ears and how to clean ears.   Why and When Should You Clean Your Ears? Due to impaction, you could develop hearing problems due to earwax build-up. It is important to constantly clean your ears to maintain good health and thus a good hearing condition. At Memorial [...]

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How to Tell If You Need Professional Ear Cleaning

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Posted by Memorial Hearing on August 25, 2022

Ear cleaning helps keep your hearing healthy. If you genuinely want the best ear care, it is usually advisable to have your ears cleaned by a professional instead of doing it yourself. You may need professional ear cleaning if you have earwax blockage or other ear problems. If you live in the Houston area and require expert ear cleaning services, Memorial Hearing is a reputable provider of audiological services. Do I Need My Ears Cleaned? If your hearing is okay, you don't have any pain, and your [...]

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