hearing aid<\/a> a lot, it will be exposed to all manner of substances, including dust, hair, cosmetics, dry skin flakes and moisture.<\/p>\nAnd let\u2019s be honest here, as they are designed to function in your ear, they will also be picking up debris from there too. Apart from the hygiene considerations, when earwax builds up on your hearing aid it starts to distort sound.<\/p>\n
What you need to clean a hearing aid<\/b><\/h4>\n
These marvels of modern medicine and engineering need be treated with respect, and that includes using the right tools to clean them. A quick rub on your clothing is most definitely not enough.<\/p>\n
There are small picks and brushes which are specially designed to assist you in gently extracting debris from the model you own. The picks enable you to \u201chook\u201d or guide materials out of the more sturdy components, while the brush is a gentler way to brush debris for delicate elements such as the microphone port.<\/p>\n
Check all around your hearing aid to see where dirt is likely to lurk \u2013 including ear moulds and holes.<\/p>\n
When you gently brush or channel materials out of the hearing aid, use a hand motion that takes substances away. You would be surprised how many people use circular motions that simply re-distribute the debris.<\/p>\n
Once you have used the brush and pick, wipe the device with a clean, soft cloth.<\/p>\n
Be careful what you expose it to<\/b><\/h4>\n
Prevention is better than cure. Try to avoid exposing your hearing aid to situations in which contaminates will go on it \u2013 or into it – such as hair products. Also, don\u2019t wear it when you shower or even when you are washing your face, and splashing soap and water around.<\/p>\n
When to clean a hearing aid<\/b><\/h4>\n
Cleaning your hearing aid should be part of your daily routine. Some of the contaminates on it will not be obvious, so it\u2019s best to give it some TLC every day.<\/p>\n
The best time to carry it out is just before you go to bed. It enables you to take the batteries out and leave it for a while to get rid of any moisture that has built up. Then your hearing aid is fresh and ready for the next day.<\/p>\n
Important advice on cleaning hearing aids<\/b><\/h4>\n
Don\u2019t forget to clean inside the battery case too, and inside the container you use to store your hearing aid.<\/p>\n
No matter how thorough you are, and how well you adhere to a daily routine, hearing aids should be professionally cleaned on a regular basis.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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