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The Impact of Untreated Hearing Loss on Cognitive Health

Untreated hearing loss can significantly impact brain health and social connections, leading to faster cognitive decline and isolation, research shows.

Adjusting to New Hearing Aids: Tips for a Smooth Transition

New hearing aids require gradual adjustment starting in quiet settings, with consistent wear and professional follow-up support for best results.

Choosing the Right Hearing Aid: A Guide to Different Styles and Technologies

Modern hearing aids offer diverse styles from invisible to behind-the-ear, featuring AI technology, advanced speech processing, and smartphone connectivity.

The Importance of Follow-Up Appointments After Getting New Hearing Aids

Regular follow-up appointments are crucial after getting new hearing aids, ensuring optimal performance through real-ear measurements, fine-tuning, and professional adjustments as you adapt.

Earwax Removal Methods: When to Seek Professional Help

At Silicon Valley Hearing, we understand that our active adult patients value their time and seek efficient, effective solutions. That's why we've invested in the latest technology and techniques for earwax removal. Our approach ensures that you can get back to your busy life quickly, with improved hearing and comfort.

Hearing Aids & Bluetooth Technology: Enhancing Connectivity in Daily Life

Bluetooth technology in hearing aids seamlessly integrates with your devices, enhancing communication, entertainment, and productivity.

The Role of Real Ear Measurements in Optimizing Hearing Aid Performance

Real Ear Measurement optimizes hearing aid performance, ensuring personalized fit and improved sound quality for individuals with hearing loss.

Understanding Hyperacusis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Hyperacusis, a condition of heightened sound sensitivity, affects daily life but can be managed with proper diagnosis and personalized treatment approaches.

Custom Hearing Protection for Musicians: Preserving Your Hearing Without Sacrificing Sound Quality

Custom hearing protection for musicians preserves hearing health while maintaining sound quality, ensuring career longevity and optimal performance.

The Benefits of Rechargeable Hearing Aids

Rechargeable hearing aids revolutionize hearing care with convenience, cost savings, and advanced technology.

Oticon Launches New Intent Hearing Aids

Hearing aids like Oticon Intent use advanced technology to enhance sound quality, reduce noise, and improve hearing in various settings.

What to Expect During a Hearing Aid Fitting with Dr. Novick

Choosing hearing aids at Silicon Valley Hearing means personalized, expert care from Dr. Marni Novick, ensuring optimal fit and function.

Silicon Valley Hearing is now a Mahana Tinnitus Provider

Mahana Tinnitus App, a self-guided program on smartphones, delivers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to alleviate tinnitus distress, empowering individuals with personalized strategies for habituation and improved daily functioning.

Top 6 Signs That You (Might) Need Hearing Aids

Explore the subtle yet impactful indicators of hearing loss and learn why early detection is key to maintaining connections and wellbeing.

Tech Talk: Exciting Hearing Aid Features that Enhance Your Experience

Hearing aid technology has rapidly evolved, integrating advanced audio processing, health-monitoring sensors, and AI to enhance user experience and connectivity, promising improved quality of life for those with hearing difficulties.

Misophonia: An Interview Between and CAA

An interview of Marni Novick, Au.D. about Misophonia and how she became involved in treatment. Interview by Melanie Rosenblatt of the California Academy of Audiology (CAA). ‍

Best Tinnitus Treatment Options: An Audiologist's Review

Living with the constant ringing or buzzing of tinnitus can be a daily struggle, and while it's true that there's currently no medical or surgical cure, that doesn't mean you're out of options.

Advice from an Audiologist for a Year of Healthy Hearing

As we step into the new year, it's time to reflect on our health objectives and how we can improve our overall well-being.

Hearing Loss and it's Connection to Depression and Isolation

The long-term effects of hearing loss are more insidious and far-reaching than many realize.

A Review of the Latest Hearing Aids Revolutionizing Hearing Health

At Silicon Valley Hearing, we are thrilled to introduce a lineup of revolutionary hearing aids that are transforming the landscape of hearing health.

An Audiologist's Guide to Tinnitus Management and Relief

If you've ever experienced a constant ringing, buzzing, or hissing in your ears, you know how disruptive it can be.

Study Suggests Hearing Aids Slow Cognitive Decline

Cognitive decline, especially dementia and Alzheimer's, is a growing worry among the elderly. Could the link between hearing loss and this decline be a breakthrough in slowing down the process?

Hearing Aids in Los Gatos: Choosing the Right Style for You

Hearing loss is a common problem that affects many people around the world. It can have a significant impact on daily life, making it difficult to communicate and participate in the things you love to do.

Hearing Aid Options in Los Gatos: An Audiologist's Guide

Living with hearing loss can significantly impact one's quality of life, but fortunately, advancements in technology have led to a wide range of hearing aid options.

Hearing Aids Can Be Stylish: the Aesthetics of Modern Hearing Devices

Hearing aids have come a long way since their earliest incarnations. They're no longer the bulky, utilitarian devices designed solely for function that many people remember.

Unheard Troubles - Decoding the World of Auditory Processing Disorders

Do you find yourself or your child struggling with hearing in background noise? Do you or your child have difficulty with sounding out words while reading or challenges with spelling? If so, you may not have a problem with your hearing, per se. Rather, you may have difficulty with processing the auditory sounds you hear.

Everything you need to know about Misophonia

Misophonia is a disorder characterized by severe sensitivity to certain sounds. It was only recognized as a medical disorder in 2001.

Musicians and Hearing Loss

Creating and making music is a beautiful artform revered by many musicians. In fact, the majority of people enjoy listening to music on a daily basis for relaxation and entertainment. What many do not know is how loud music can damage our ears over time.

Lenire Tinnitus Treatment

Tinnitus is a symptom that causes ringing, buzzing, hissing or other noises perceived in the ears or the head.

Oticon launches new Real hearing aids

We’re excited to announce the arrival of the latest hearing aids from Oticon!

Starkey launches new Genesis AI hearing aids

Starkey is at the forefront of the hearing industry, having recently incorporated both artificial intelligence and health tracking technologies into their hearing aids.

64 Audio Custom In Ear Monitors now offered in Los Gatos

We are proud to announce that Silicon Valley Hearing in Los Gatos is now an authorized provider of 64 Audio custom in-ear monitors.

The Top 8 Benefits of Hearing Aids

Today’s hearing aids can do much more for you than older versions. They are comfortable, easy to use, and highly reliable. For many, they can restore quality of life. Consider the top benefits of hearing aids.

Why you might have trouble hearing in background noise

Talking in a noisy place, like a busy restaurant, can be very frustrating. You might often have trouble understanding what someone is saying and ask them to repeat themselves.

8 Tips for Buying Hearing Aids

Today, hearing aids have become a necessity for those with hearing loss. With advancements in technology, it's not difficult to see why.

New Smart Technology in Hearing Aids

Technology is getting smarter every day. In the last few years, smart artificial intelligence technology has also made its way into hearing aids, improving them in many ways that many may not even be aware of.

Is it Selective Hearing? Or is it Hearing Loss?

It's not uncommon for people to not recognize the signs of hearing loss. That's especially true of spouses who may quickly believe that their loved one simply has selective hearing.

Why you should avoid locked hearing aids

There are many options for consumers to choose from when it comes to finding the right hearing aid for their needs, thanks to increased competition in the hearing aid market. However, many people still don't realize they are buying a locked hearing aid.

New test helps detect signs of Alzheimer's disease early

According to the Alzheimer's Association, about one-third of Alzheimer's patients with mild cognitive impairment get dementia within five years. If you're concerned about your cognitive capacities, it's never too early to get yourself tested. Come and take a test with us today!

Confused when shopping for hearing aids?

It can be overwhelming shopping for hearing aids these days. Not only are there hundreds of models to choose from, but a variety of different technologies, styles and brands. Smart shopping could mean the difference between finding a device you’ll wear all day long, and something that will gather dust in your bedside table drawer.

Common questions about OTC hearing aids

For this reason, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced draft recommendations for over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids last year, in a first step toward providing Americans with more options for dealing with mild to moderate hearing loss.This is a complex and evolving topic, so let's start by answering some frequently asked questions about over-the-counter hearing aids.

Everything you need to know about Misophonia

Misophonia is a disorder characterized by severe sensitivity to certain sounds. Hearing loss or tinnitus aren't required for people to develop misophonia. It is also unnecessary for these loud noises to evoke an emotional response in those with misophonia. Sounds specific to a patient, on the other hand, elicit powerful adverse reactions on a behavioral level.

Will everyone eventually develop hearing loss? A guide to Presbycusis

Presbycusis (age-related hearing loss) affects one out of every three adults over 65 and nearly half of those over 75. Hearing loss is a common side effect of aging since many of our systems wear out over time. However, determining when that hearing loss occurs can be difficult.

Confused when shopping for hearing aids? So are we.

It is overwhelming shopping for hearing aids these days. Not only are there hundreds of models to choose from, but a variety of different technologies, styles and brands. Because hearing aids aren't sold in stores like eyeglasses, you may not have the opportunity to compare products side by side.

Tips For Protecting Your Hearing At Loud Sports Events

When we attend these kinds of events, it is natural for the crowd to raise their voices in exuberance, whether out of excitement, anger, or resentment — whatever the reason, we assume that their voices will not damage our hearing, right? The reality is that the decibel levels at most sporting events are dangerously high and can lead to permanent hearing damage without preventive measures.

NIOSH Unveils New Study on Hearing Protection

Do you regularly wear hearing protection when exposed to hazardous noise at work? The odds are you don’t—and neither do your coworkers. A recent study by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) found that 53% of noise-exposed workers didn’t consistently use hearing protection when exposed to hazardous occupational noise.1

What is hidden hearing loss?

If you can pass a hearing test with flying colors but have trouble making out what your friends say in a noisy restaurant, you could have hidden hearing loss. Deciphering speech in background noise is one of the most significant issues for people with ordinary hearing loss, and it’s often the most common sign of hidden hearing loss.

Hone Your Hearing With Audiobooks

Ready to start a new chapter in your hearing health story? Audiobooks can change the whole narrative for the better, as listening to your favorite titles is a fun way to help sharpen your hearing skills. Audiobooks exercise the parts of your brain that interpret sound, giving them a mental workout and making them stronger.

5 Reasons to Choose Silicon Valley Hearing

Choosing the right professional is the most important decision in the hearing healthcare experience. For those looking for a new hearing care provider, we've put together a list of top reasons why you should consider Silicon Valley Hearing for your Audiology and hearing needs.

Noise Induced Hearing Loss in Musicians

Whether rehearsing, recording or playing a live concert musicians subject their ears to high-decibel sounds all the time in the name of art. And it's not surprising that this repeated exposure to loud music takes its toll.

The Truth About Earwax (and what you can do about it)

Earwax is one of those things we all have, but no one likes to think about. It's seen as gross and unpleasant, but it is actually a vital substance for our ears. But too much earwax may lead to problems.

What exactly does an Audiologist do?

Your hearing is essential. You might not realize this, but when your hearing disappears, you lose your connection to those around you. That's why you should trust only the most skilled experts when treating hearing loss; and we believe you should If you've ever wondered what we audiologists do on an average day, you've come to the right place. Here’s a breakdown of what we provide to our patients.

The Future of Hearing Loss Innovations

Hearing loss is a common condition, affecting approximately 48 million people across the nation. But despite its prevalence, until recently, there were few options available to help people living with it hear and communicate better, aside from hearing devices. Here we review some of the latest innovations that will soon benefit people with hearing loss.

When should I purchase new hearing aids?

Hearing aids are sophisticated devices that receive daily use in harsh environments, where they are subject to moisture, heat, dirt and earwax. Even though they are built to precise standards, at some point they will need to be replaced. Figuring out when is the key to uninterrupted communications.

What Does the Recent OTC Hearing Aid Proposal Mean for Me?

On October 19, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration proposed a rule to create a new category of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. The rule is now up for 90 days of public comment and is a crucial step toward making hearing aids more accessible for many. What does this mean for you?

Articles about Hearing Health

The Impact of Untreated Hearing Loss on Cognitive Health

Adjusting to New Hearing Aids: Tips for a Smooth Transition

Choosing the Right Hearing Aid: A Guide to Different Styles and Technologies

The Importance of Follow-Up Appointments After Getting New Hearing Aids

Earwax Removal Methods: When to Seek Professional Help

Hearing Aids & Bluetooth Technology: Enhancing Connectivity in Daily Life

The Role of Real Ear Measurements in Optimizing Hearing Aid Performance

Understanding Hyperacusis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Custom Hearing Protection for Musicians: Preserving Your Hearing Without Sacrificing Sound Quality

The Benefits of Rechargeable Hearing Aids

Oticon Launches New Intent Hearing Aids

What to Expect During a Hearing Aid Fitting with Dr. Novick

Silicon Valley Hearing is now a Mahana Tinnitus Provider

Top 6 Signs That You (Might) Need Hearing Aids

Tech Talk: Exciting Hearing Aid Features that Enhance Your Experience

Misophonia: An Interview Between and CAA

Best Tinnitus Treatment Options: An Audiologist's Review

Advice from an Audiologist for a Year of Healthy Hearing

Hearing Loss and it's Connection to Depression and Isolation

A Review of the Latest Hearing Aids Revolutionizing Hearing Health

An Audiologist's Guide to Tinnitus Management and Relief

Study Suggests Hearing Aids Slow Cognitive Decline

Hearing Aids in Los Gatos: Choosing the Right Style for You

Hearing Aid Options in Los Gatos: An Audiologist's Guide

Hearing Aids Can Be Stylish: the Aesthetics of Modern Hearing Devices

Unheard Troubles - Decoding the World of Auditory Processing Disorders

Everything you need to know about Misophonia

Musicians and Hearing Loss

Lenire Tinnitus Treatment

Oticon launches new Real hearing aids

Starkey launches new Genesis AI hearing aids

64 Audio Custom In Ear Monitors now offered in Los Gatos

The Top 8 Benefits of Hearing Aids

Why you might have trouble hearing in background noise

8 Tips for Buying Hearing Aids

New Smart Technology in Hearing Aids

Is it Selective Hearing? Or is it Hearing Loss?

Why you should avoid locked hearing aids

New test helps detect signs of Alzheimer's disease early

Confused when shopping for hearing aids?

Common questions about OTC hearing aids

Everything you need to know about Misophonia

Will everyone eventually develop hearing loss? A guide to Presbycusis

Confused when shopping for hearing aids? So are we.

Tips For Protecting Your Hearing At Loud Sports Events

NIOSH Unveils New Study on Hearing Protection

What is hidden hearing loss?

Hone Your Hearing With Audiobooks

5 Reasons to Choose Silicon Valley Hearing

Noise Induced Hearing Loss in Musicians

The Truth About Earwax (and what you can do about it)

What exactly does an Audiologist do?

The Future of Hearing Loss Innovations

When should I purchase new hearing aids?

What Does the Recent OTC Hearing Aid Proposal Mean for Me?

ADA Recognizes Hearing Loss-Diabetes Comorbidity, Adds Audiology to Standards of Care

NIH Funds Grant for Artificially Intelligent Hearing Loss Apps

Can Covid Worsen Hearing Loss?

Fatigue and Hearing Loss

The Difference Between an Audiologist and a Hearing Aid Dispenser

Fit and Follow-Up: Key Components in Hearing Device User Satisfaction

How The Flu Affects Your Hearing

Diabetes Diagnosis Connected to Hearing Loss

Poor Heart Health May Lead to Hearing Loss

Protect Your Hearing This Summer

May is Better Hearing & Speech Month

Key Components in Hearing Devices User Satisfaction

Hear for the Holidays!

October is Audiology Awareness Month

Eat Well for Healthy Hearing

How to Manage Tinnitus

The Benefits of Hearing Aids

Diabetes and Increased Risk of Hearing Loss

Exercise for both your heart and your ears

Prevent Loss of Hearing Aids While Wearing Face Masks

Apple Watch Offers Noise App

Sleeping with Tinnitus: How to Get a Good Night’s Rest

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