Still Struggling to Hear in Restaurants—Even With Hearing Aids? Here’s What to Do
Restaurants are some of the toughest places for hearing, even with the best devices. But here’s the good news: with the right strategies, you can take control.
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Hearing Aids Stop Working? First thing to try: Change the Domes and Filters
Changing a plugged filter or dome is usually the quickest way to fix a hearing aid that isn’t working.
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Best Hearing Aids of 2025
Dr. Garrett reviews the top five hearing aids in 2025 and offers a free downloadable guide to help you choose the right one.
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Widex Allure Hearing Aids: My Personal Review as an Audiologist and Hearing Aid User
As both an audiologist and someone who wears hearing aids myself, I look at new technology with a unique mix of professional and personal interest. A great fitting can change someone’s life—but the wrong fit or overhyped features can lead to frustration. After several weeks with the new Widex Allure, here’s my honest take based on…
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Why Do My Hearing Aids Sound So Loud? (What to Expect in the First Month)
If you’ve just started wearing hearing aids — or you’re thinking about it — you might be wondering:“Why does everything sound so loud?”“Is this how it’s supposed to feel?”“When does this actually start helping?” You’re not alone — and it’s not a bad sign. At Timpanogos Hearing & Tinnitus, we’ve helped thousands of people across Utah…
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Is the Oticon Intent 1 Hearing Aid Worth It? (What Our Utah Audiologist Found)
If you’ve been researching hearing aids, you’ve probably come across Oticon—and for good reason. Their newest model, the Oticon Intent 1, has been getting a lot of buzz lately. As both an audiologist and long-time hearing aid user myself, I was eager to see if it truly delivers in real-world listening situations. Here’s what I found when…
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When Is It Time for Hearing Aids? 5 Clear Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
If you’ve been wondering what are the signs you need hearing aids, you’re not alone. Every week in our clinics, patients tell me the same thing: “I’m getting by okay.” But when we look closer, the evidence often points to hidden hearing loss already affecting their brain health, relationships, and overall well-being. Here are five signs you’re ready…
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7 Of The Most Common Reasons People Fail With Hearing Aids- And How To Avoid Them
Let’s face it—hearing aids can be frustrating. You invest thousands of dollars hoping to finally reconnect with the world around you. But for many people, the result is a daily struggle: At Timpanogos Hearing & Tinnitus, we hear these stories every day. Almost every day we get calls in our office from people who have…
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How Is Hearing Loss Treated?
Let’s Talk About Your Options for Better Hearing and Quality of Life Hearing loss isn’t just about what you can or can’t hear, it can really impact your relationships, confidence, and how you connect with the world. However, the good news is that there are more effective and personalized treatment options than ever before. Whether…
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Can Hearing Aids Help With Tinnitus? (What the Research Says)
If you live with tinnitus—the constant ringing, buzzing, or hissing in your ears—you already know how exhausting it can be. Maybe you’ve tried sound machines, meditation apps, or been told there’s “nothing you can do.” That’s simply not true. There is real hope. And for many people in Utah County, from American Fork to Spanish…
