Hearing Aid Styles

From larger devices that are easier to handle, to tiny, invisible, or nearly invisible devices that are concealed within the ear canal, Roseburg Audiology Center has options sure to meet your hearing or cosmetic needs.

All hearing aids consist of three basic components: a microphone, an amplifier, and a speaker (also called the “receiver”). Where these are placed on the device varies by style, as does the internal circuitry that determines the sound quality and critical sound-processing features — like background noise reduction or spatial mapping (a feature that helps you to better understand the source of sound). Keep in mind that not all styles are suitable for all degrees of hearing loss.
 

Invisible-In-The-Canal (IIC)

• For mild to moderately severe hearing loss
• Completely invisible in most ears
• Custom-made for you

 

 

 

 

Receiver-In-The-Canal (RIC)

• For mild to moderately severe hearing loss
• Leaves the ear open
• Reduced or no “plugged up” feeling
• Sleek design barely visible when worn

 

 

 

 

Behind-The-Ear (BTE)

• Appropriate for almost all types of hearing loss
• Custom earpiece is molded to fit your outer ear
• Discreet design

 

 

 

 

Completely-In-The-Canal (CIC)

• For mild to moderate hearing loss
• Virtually undetectable
• Placement within the ear cuts down on wind noise

 

 

 

 

In-The-Canal (ITC)

• For mild to moderately severe hearing loss
• Fits in the ear canal
• Variety of technology level choices that previously required a larger aid

 

 

 

 

Half Shell In-The-Ear (ITE)

• For mild to severe hearing loss
• Fits directly into external ear
• Inserted and adjusted with ease

 

 

 

 

 

Full Shell In-The-Ear (ITE)

• For mild to severe hearing loss
• Fits directly into external ear
• Inserted and adjusted with ease