Paediatric Hearing Tests

10 steps to enhanced hearing

01. Getting to know you

A hearing test can be daunting for many, so we begin by finding out about your hearing difficulties to gain an understanding of your desired outcome, so that we can provide you with the best solution.

02. Otoscopic examination

An otoscope is used to examine the outer ear canal & eardrum before a hearing test is carried out, to find any visible issues, such as wax buildup, which determines if you need wax removal.

03. Ear wax removal

If a buildup of ear wax is discovered, you will receive ear wax removal using a procedure that is best suited to your needs.

04. Pure-tone audiometry

This is a response test, where you’ll be given headphones to wear & will be exposed to a series of sounds at various frequencies. You’ll then be asked to press a button every time you hear a sound.

05. Speech perception test

Speech perception test

06. Tympanometry

A small probe is placed into the ear to measure the movement of your eardrum. This helps diagnose disorders that can lead to hearing loss.

07. Results & discussion

The audiologist will discuss the results with you and talk you through your options.

08. No obligation hearing aid trial

You will have the opportunity to participate in a no-obligation 2-week hearing aid trial to experience how life can alter with the support of a hearing aid.

09. Support

We will contact you 48 hours after your trial begins to check you’re settling into wearing your hearing aid & to check if you require any support.

10. End of trial call

A member from our medical clerking team will contact you to discuss your experience & explore your options to either purchase your hearing aid, try a different style or technology level.

The benefits of choosing Audiology Associates

2-week trial

Discover your perfect fit with a free no obligation trial.

Life-time aftercare

Enjoy ongoing care & support after purchasing your hearing aid.

5-year package warranty

Enjoy a 5-year warranty on our comprehensive hearing aid packages.

2-year accessory warranty

Discover your perfect fit with a free no obligation trial.

Free repairs

Benefit from free repairs on hearing aids (within warranty period).

Monthly payment options

Choose an interest free payment plan for affordability & convenience.

What are the four degrees of hearing loss?

The treatment recommendations for a child with hearing loss will be dependent on various factors including the degree of their hearing loss.

Mild hearing loss

A child experiencing mild hearing loss may have trouble hearing soft voices or speech at a distance. It may also be difficult to hear a conversation when there is background noise.

Moderate hearing loss

For a child who has a moderate hearing loss, everyday communication is impacted, especially in group scenarios with background noise. They will need to wear hearing aids which will make sounds louder so they can understand conversations and speech.

Severe hearing loss

A child who has a severe hearing loss will significantly struggle to understand speech in everyday conversations. Children who have a severe hearing loss may be candidates for cochlear implants.

Profound hearing loss

When a child has a profound hearing loss it’s so extreme that they may only hear excessively loud sounds or speech. Children with profound hearing loss tend to have limited benefit from hearing aids and are cochlear implant candidates.

Which pediatric ENT services are available?

Professional Hearing Center offers several treatments and services specifically for children with ear, nose, and throat conditions or complications. When you bring your child in for an appointment, the team performs a brief evaluation and might recommend:

Improve your hearing today

Because life is worth listening to.