How to Take Care of Hearing Aids

Hearing instruments are essential lifelines for communication and quality of life. Yet their close contact with skin, hair, and environmental moisture makes them vulnerable. Here are some signs of your hearing aids screaming “I have a problem!”:

My Hearing Aids are Going Wrong

Hearing aids are packed with tiny, sensitive electronics—microphones, receivers, amplifiers, and batteries—all of which are vulnerable to water damage. Even small amounts of moisture can cause:

– Corrosion of internal components, especially battery contacts and microchips

– Distorted sound or muffled audio due to blocked microphones or receivers

– Intermittent operation, where the device randomly turns off and on

– Complete failure, requiring costly repairs or replacements

– Reduced longevity and increased repair costs

In particular, individuals with underlying health conditions such as diabetes, obesity, or high blood pressure may be at greater risk of water-related device damage.

Extend Your Hearing Aid Lifespan

Water damage for hearing aids is not just about dropping your device in water or wearing it in the shower. Whether it’s sweat from daily activity or just humid air that creeps in unnoticed, water damage and bacteria buildup can quietly degrade the performance and lifespan of delicate hearing instruments. Furthermore, condensation from temperature changes and earwax, especially wet wax, also traps moisture inside the device.

But one innovation is helping users reclaim clarity and confidence: the Redux hearing aid dryer.

The Redux Care Program

Redux isn’t just a drying device—it’s a professional grade care system specifically designed for hearing aids. It uses vacuum drying and humidity measurement to safely and thoroughly remove moisture without heat damage. Toronto Hearing Services has started to integrate Redux care for our hearing aid patients. This program offers:

– On-demand, in-office drying sessions that take just 15 minutes

– Affordable protection that may extend device lifespan and cut replacement cost

Start Redux with hearing care professionals at Toronto Hearing Services today!