You're Invited to a Special Event at Better Hearing Systems!

Better Hearing Systems is proud to announce a special in-office event from July 19th-21st. For 3 days only, come into the office for a free exam, free hearing consultation, special discounts, promotions and more! Nationally-known hearing aid expert, Amanda Barnhart, will also be in the office to demonstrate Muse, a new development in hearing technology.

Stop in for:

• Free hearing consultation
• Free otoscopic examination
• A demonstration of the new MUSE hearing aids by special guest Amanda Barnhart. Muse is a line of wireless hearing aids that deliver ultra-high definition audio and superior sound quality--come and see what they can do!
• Free clean and check for current hearing instruments wearers
• Significant discounts on a pair of Advanced Digital Technology

Take advantage of the latest hearing science and cutting-edge digital technology with this summer event!

Do you...

Have trouble hearing in noise?

Need to turn your TV up loud to hear it?

Frequently ask people to repeat themselves?

Have a family history of hearing loss?

Have had a history of exposure to prolonged or loud noise?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, now is the time to come see us! Hearing loss affects 1 in 10 Americans. Yet, only 1 in 5 people who could benefit from hearing aids actually wears them. Improving the ability to hear translates to a higher quality of life, and a healthier social lifestyle. Visit Better Hearing System’s information section to learn more, and to take an online hearing test and hearing loss simulator. You deserve the best care for your hearing. No matter your level of hearing loss or lifestyle, we have a hearing aid for you!  

Please RSVP to this one-time, special summer event by calling (318) 402-4693 today!

At Better Hearing Systems of Northwest Louisiana, we are committed to comprehensive hearing care through state-of-the-art testing and fitting equipment. To learn more about Better Hearing Systems, located in Bossier City, visit our website or call (318) 309-4727 today to schedule a free hearing consultation!

Protecting Your Hearing at Concerts

With summer on the horizon, festival season is fast approaching. Music festivals are a fun, wonderful summertime tradition across the U.S., but did you know the noise levels around a stage can reach 110 decibels or more? That’s the near-equivalent of standing next to a jackhammer that’s drilling into concrete. In short: loud music can damage your hearing.

Many music-lovers and concert-goers are unaware of just how acute the dangers of high-volume music is to their hearing. If you’ve ever been to a concert, you’re probably familiar with the ringing that stays in your ears for the hours or even days following the show. This is usually a temporary issue, and the time taken to recover can vary from person to person. If the ringing doesn’t stop and normal hearing does not recover, then it is considered tinnitus - a symptom of noise-induced hearing loss caused by damage to the tiny hair cells in your inner ear. A person with tinnitus may experience ringing, clicking, or roaring in their ears for which there is currently no cure. Most individuals with tinnitus simply get used to the ringing sounds in their ear and learn to live with it over time. When it comes to tinnitus and hearing loss, prevention is key!

Without completely forgoing music festivals this year in the best interest of your ears, what can do to protect your hearing?

Use Earplugs!

If you’re an avid concert-goer, you’re most at risk of noise-induced hearing loss due to the high volume and length of time you’re listening to it. If you go to multiple concerts, you up your chances of tinnitus simply by exposing your ears to the high decibels for long periods of time. The best thing you can do to protect your hearing while still enjoying the show is to wear earplugs. Musicians and DJs often wear earplugs themselves, so that’s all the more reason you should, too! The silicone and foam earplugs you can find easily at any drug store may not be your best bet, though. They often fit poorly and muffle sound. Instead, you can get special musicians earplugs that are custom-fit to your ear and will not distort sound quality. If you’re a music-enthusiast, they’re your best option to still enjoy loud music and concerts while protecting your hearing from damage. (If you don’t have earplugs but plan on attending a concert in the near future, try to stand at least 10 feet away from speakers and escape to a quieter area for breaks if you notice your ears are hurting.)

The best solution to hearing loss is prevention. Better Hearing Systems of NWLA can help! We offer the aforementioned musicians earplugs among other hearing accessories. If you’re unsure whether you may already be experiencing hearing loss, we also offer free hearing consultations and evaluations. Contact Better Hearing Systems before festival season is here, so you can enjoy with peace of mind (and ears) all the great music and shows summer has to offer!