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Open behind-the-ear (BTE)
- Small BTE hearing aid attaches to a slim tube which directs sound into the ear
- “Open” type of fitting is very comfortable and discreet and has a more natural sound with less occlusion (“blocked ear” feeling)
- Suitable for mild to moderate high-frequency hearing losses
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Behind-the-ear Canal Receiver Technology (CRT)
- Ultra-small, lightweight, behind-the-ear (BTE) style that sits snugly behind the ear and connects to the ear with a nearly invisible thin tube
- Tiny speaker in the ear canal delivers quality sound
- Benefits include more natural sound and less occlusion (“blocked ear” feeling) than a traditional BTE
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Behind-the-ear (BTE)
- Worn comfortably behind the ear while amplified sound travels down a tube to a customized earmold that fits securely into the ear
- Because they arelarger, BTEs can accommodate bigger batteries for longer life and larger amplifiers for maximum amplification for people with a more severe hearing loss
- Most are compatible with assistive listening devices and are suitable for mild to profound hearing losses
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Micro-completely-in-the-canal (micro CIC)
- Smallest custom hearing aid available
- This tiny ultra comfortable in-th-ear solution fits deeply inside the ear canal making it hidden from sight.
- Since the microphone is at the opening of the ear canal, this style provides a more natural sound quality
- Suitable for mild to moderately severe hearing losses
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Completely-in-the-canal (CIC)
- Smallest custom hearing aid available, the CIC fits deeply inside the ear canal making it almost invisible and very discreet
- Since the microphone is at the opening of the ear canal, this style provides a more natural sound quality
- Suitable for mild to moderately severe hearing losses
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In-the-canal (ITC)
- Custom-made to fit almost entirely inside the ear canal, making them difficult to notice
- Suitable for mild to moderately severe hearing losses
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Half shell (ITE)
- Custom-made to fit securely in your outer ear, ensuring optimum performance and maximum comfort
- Suitable for mild to severe hearing losses
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Full shell (ITE)
- Custom-made to fit securely and comfortably in the outer ear making it more suitable for people with dexterity challenges
- Larger in size than the half shell and are suitable for mild to severe hearing losses
- Accommodates larger batteries required for longer life
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