Hearing Instrument Styles
Hearing instruments are getting sleeker, more ergonomic and less noticeable all the time. A wide range of styles and colours let you choose the look that works best for your lifestyle. There are five common styles of hearing instruments.
- Receiver In The Canal (RIC)
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The receiver-in-the-canal device is one of our most popular styles. It is small, discreet, and is available in colour choices to match your hair, skin tone, and lifestyle.
- In The Ear (ITE)
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These custom made instruments house the technology components in an earmould that fits within the outer portion of the ear.
- In The Canal (ITC)
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This discreet, custom made style features an earmould that fits down into the ear canal and a smaller portion that faces out into the outer ear.
- Completely In The Canal (CIC)
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These custom made devices fit completely in the ear canal and are virtually invisible.
- Behind The Ear (BTE)
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These hearing instruments rest behind the ear and connect to a custom made earmould. This style is appropriate for most types of hearing loss and ages.
- Mini Behind-The-Ear (BTE)
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The popular mini behind-the-ear (BTE) style is the smallest BTE model available and offers the same excellent technological features as it’s larger counterparts.