By Dr. Layne Garrett, Au.D., FAAA, ABAC, CH-TM, CDP (About | YouTube | Podcast | LinkedIn) Date Published: January 30, 2026 at 3:30 PM Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no external sound source is present. Most people describe it as ringing, buzzing, hissing, whistling, humming, or static-like noise that only they can hear. While it’s commonly called “ringing in the…
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By Dr. Layne Garrett, Au.D., FAAA, ABAC, CH-TM, CDP (About | YouTube | Podcast | LinkedIn) Date Published: January 29, 2026 at 10:30 AM You made a huge financial investment in hearing aids, convinced they’d solve your hearing problems. But months later, you’re still struggling in the situations that matter most. Family dinners are still exhausting. You’re still anxious about social gatherings.…
You’ve seen the ads. Smiling couples in loud restaurants. Promises of “breakthrough AI” and “crystal-clear sound.”If you’re shopping for hearing aids, it can feel overwhelming fast. After helping thousands of people in Utah County, from American Fork to Spanish Fork, I can tell you this: a truly great hearing aid isn’t about hype. It’s about…
A lot of people are surprised when I tell them not to buy hearing aids. But good hearing care isn’t about selling devices — it’s about understanding what’s really going on. Here are three real stories from my clinic here in Utah County that show exactly when waiting is the right move. Prefer to watch? Click below:…
If hearing aids were the whole answer, your tinnitus would already be gone. True tinnitus care takes a broader, deeper approach — one centered on the brain, nervous system, and long-term support.
When a new hearing aid platform launches, it usually comes with bold claims. The Starkey Omega AI is no exception. As someone who works with patients every day across Utah County—from American Fork to Spanish Fork—my goal is to give you a clear, practical look at what this device does well, where it falls short,…
Recently I heard from a gentleman in New York who follows my YouTube channel. He wanted the best hearing aids available — and he wanted to be sure his provider could perform Real Ear Measurement. He had narrowed it down to the Oticon Intent and Widex Allure and asked which one he should choose. I encouraged him, as I always do,…
Many people don’t realize how much they’ve been missing until they start hearing clearly again. That was the case for John Holladay, a scientist living in Utah County, who recently shared his story with me in a heartfelt interview. You can watch the full conversation here on YouTube. Table of Contents When Hearing Loss Sneaks Up Like…
Many people ask, “What if the hearing aid that’s supposed to help my tinnitus actually makes it worse?”It’s a fair question — and one we hear often at our clinic in Utah County. The good news? True worsening from hearing aids is extremely rare, and when it happens, it’s almost always fixable. Table of Contents…
Let us walk you through the seven most common travel mistakes I see, and how you can sidestep every one of them—so your vacation sounds just as incredible as it looks.
