Sandgate Hearing

Seeking a hassle-free and invisible hearing aid? Consider the Phonak Lyric 4 device, offering unique benefits such as no battery exchanges or charging, cleaning, or maintenance for the user. It also frees up space around the ear, allowing for the use of glasses, earphones, and stethoscopes without interference. Additionally, the device is designed for individuals with poor dexterity and memory, as it remains in the ear 24/7 for months at a time, eliminating the risk of loss. Furthermore, studies have shown that the device helps reduce tinnitus intensity perception. To determine if you are a candidate for this technology, please contact us for an assessment.

What is earwax?
The term “earwax” is given due to the waxy texture of the substance. The official name is “cerumen” which is a mixture of dead skin cells and secretions from the ceruminous gland (sweat gland) and sebaceous glands (excretes oil) located in the skin of the outer one-third of the ear canal. The functions of cerumen include cleaning, protection and lubrication of the ear canal. For adults, due to the angle of the ear canal, cerumen is typically expelled from the ear canal spontaneously via a self-cleaning mechanism called ‘migration’ that is an extremely slow process of skin movement from the centre of the eardrum to the edge of the eardrum and then out along the earcanal. Finally, the skin sheds off mixed with the earwax. The process is assisted by jaw movement, the smooth earcanal skin surface and gravity. Cerumen build up is common. Treatment is required when the following symptoms occur:
1. Earache
2. Ear blockage sensation
3. Reduced hearing
4. Increase in Tinnitus
5. Ear infection
6. Prevention of viewing the ear drum by doctors
7. Reduction of hearing aid performance.

Sandgate Hearing provides a fast, safe and effective method to remove earwax: Ear Microsuction.

For more information, call us 3603 1370.

Sandgate Hearing Independent audiological clinic. We provide one of the most comprehensive accurate hearing test. Usi

MOVIE recommended: CODA

It is a heartfelt drama about a hearing girl in a deaf family. Like many good movies, it lets you feel the character and connect with them. This teenage girl has a gift in music, growing up in a deaf family which struggles to make ends meet. The story is about family, about love, about struggle, about conflict, about sacrifice. This movie brought tears to my eyes. It reminds me of the experience when I worked as a volunteer for a deaf society about 30 years ago. If you are looking for a good Friday night movie, CODA is a fantastic choice.

Review by a Audiologist in Sandgate Hearing

Sandgate Hearing Independent audiological clinic. We provide one of the most comprehensive accurate hearing test. Usi