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Your team at Yost Hearing is “hear” for you throughout the journey to better hearing – making every step as easy as possible. Whether you’re looking for hearing information or preparing for your first appointment, this page has you covered.
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Everything you need, all in one place.
Below you’ll find everything you need for before, during and after your visit, as well as additional information on hearing healthcare.
Online Hearing Screening
Think You Might Have Hearing Loss?
Take our free, 5-minute online screening to get a better understanding of your hearing health. It can determine if a professional screening is right for you.
Hearing Loss
What Exactly is Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss is the total or partial inability to hear sounds in one or both ears. It happens as a result of the aging process, noise exposure or other health conditions. A diagnostic evaluation is the best way to identify your degree of hearing loss and develop the best treatment plan.
If you’re trying to better understand your hearing loss, a basic comprehension of how the ears work can help. While our auditory system is incredibly complex, this page breaks down key information that can help shed more light on your hearing health.
More on How the Ear WorksWhen it comes to hearing loss, no two people are exactly alike. Hearing loss varies in severity and can be impacted differently depending on pitch and frequency. Identifying your unique type of hearing loss is key to developing the best treatment plan for your needs.
More on Types of Hearing LossIf you suspect hearing loss, getting evaluated and treated early is the best thing you can do to prevent further deterioration. Untreated hearing loss can negatively impact your psychological, cognitive and physical health, as well as affect your ability to socialize and connect with the world around you.
More on Impacts of Untreated Hearing LossHearing Product Guide
Curious About Hearing Technology, but Not Sure Where to Start?
With so many styles and options, it can be difficult to know which products will suit your needs. Our Consumer Guide to Hearing Aids provides an in-depth breakdown of the different types of hearing devices, as well as the technology available for all types of hearing loss.