Our board-certified audiologists and ENT specialists deliver thorough hearing evaluations and expert hearing aid fittings. Collaborating with top hearing aid brands, we provide advanced solutions customized to your unique hearing requirements.
Hearing connects you to the people and moments that make life meaningful. When conversations become difficult or sounds seem distant, a custom-fit hearing aid can restore clarity and bring balance back to your daily interactions. Modern digital hearing aids combine advanced sound technology with discreet, comfortable designs, offering clear, natural hearing that adapts to your lifestyle.
At the Southern California Center for Ear, Nose, Throat, and Allergy (SoCal ENT) in Palm Springs, our board-certified audiologists and ENT specialists provide thorough hearing assessments and precise hearing aid fittings. We work with top hearing aid manufacturers to deliver personalized solutions that address your unique hearing profile—whether your needs stem from age-related changes, noise exposure, or sudden hearing loss. Our goal is simple: to help you hear clearly, communicate confidently, and stay connected to the world around you.
Hearing loss can occur suddenly or develop gradually over time, affecting how you perceive sounds and interact with those around you. It’s a common health concern—especially with age—impacting nearly one in three adults between the ages of 65 and 74, and about half of those over 75.
When hearing begins to fade, simple moments like following a conversation, hearing the phone ring, or responding to an alarm can become difficult. Untreated hearing loss can also affect balance and coordination, as the inner ear helps regulate spatial awareness. Over time, these challenges may lead to frustration, isolation, or decreased quality of life.
Common causes include long-term noise exposure, age-related changes, and certain medical conditions such as diabetes or cardiovascular disease. Early diagnosis and treatment are key to maintaining clear communication, safety, and confidence in daily living.
[.lead]At SoCal ENT, our audiologists perform detailed audiometric testing to measure how well you hear across a range of tones and speech levels. Using the latest diagnostic technology, we assess your hearing with accuracy and attention to comfort. If hearing loss is identified, our team offers a full range of solutions—from advanced digital hearing aids to medical management and preventive care—based on your specific needs.
A standard hearing test evaluates how well you detect sounds across the full range of speech frequencies (250–8000 Hz). The process begins with a brief examination of the ear canal and eardrum to ensure they’re healthy and clear of obstruction. Using either insert earphones or over-the-ear headphones, your audiologist will play tones at various pitches and volumes to measure the quietest sounds you can hear in each ear.
The assessment takes about 15 minutes and provides valuable insight into your overall hearing ability, forming the foundation for further evaluation or treatment if needed.
A comprehensive hearing test offers a complete evaluation of your hearing and ear function, performed by an audiologist or ENT specialist. The assessment begins with a standard air-conduction hearing test, which measures how well you detect tones across key speech frequencies (250–8000 Hz).
To gain a deeper understanding of your hearing health, a bone-conduction test is also performed. This portion transmits sound through gentle vibration to evaluate the performance of the middle and inner ear, helping determine where any hearing loss originates.
Speech testing further measures how clearly you understand spoken words in different listening environments, providing insight into your real-world hearing ability. Together, these tests give our specialists a detailed picture of your auditory system and guide personalized recommendations for maintaining or improving your hearing health.
A tympanogram measures how the eardrum moves in response to small changes in air pressure inside the ear canal. This test helps evaluate middle ear function and how effectively sound is transmitted from the eardrum to the inner ear.
By tracking the eardrum’s movement, tympanometry can detect issues, such as excess earwax (cerumen), middle ear infections (otitis media), or a perforated eardrum, all of which can interfere with hearing. Typically performed along with a standard hearing test (audiometry), a tympanogram provides valuable information about the condition of the eardrum and middle ear, helping guide accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) testing measures how well the inner ear (cochlea) is functioning by detecting the response of its tiny sensory hair cells. When sound enters the ear, these cells vibrate and create a faint echo that travels back through the middle ear. A small probe with a built-in microphone placed in the ear canal records this response.
The presence—or absence—of these emissions provides important information about hearing ability and cochlear health. If hearing loss exceeds 25–30 decibels (dB) or if there’s a blockage in the outer or middle ear, these responses may not be present.
This non-invasive, painless test is performed in a quiet setting and requires no response from the patient, making it especially useful for evaluating hearing in infants, young children, or individuals unable to complete standard hearing tests.
Hearing aids are small, sophisticated devices that help individuals with hearing loss hear more clearly by amplifying and refining sound.
Each device contains three main components:
Today’s digital hearing aids do far more than make sounds louder—they use advanced technology to reduce background noise, enhance speech understanding, and automatically adapt to different listening situations. These devices can be programmed to emphasize specific frequencies, providing a natural and personalized hearing experience that integrates seamlessly into your lifestyle.
Hearing aids are available in a range of styles and technologies to match individual hearing needs and lifestyle preferences. At SoCal ENT, our audiologists take time to understand your goals, daily routine, and comfort level before recommending the most suitable device. Each option is carefully selected to provide the right balance of performance, discretion, and ease of use for your unique hearing profile.
These devices sit discreetly behind the ear, connecting to an earpiece within the ear canal. They're durable and powerful, making them suitable for any level of hearing loss.
RIC hearing aids, smaller and more discreet than BTE models, place the speaker directly in the ear canal to provide natural sound quality.
Custom-fit for your outer ear, these devices provide an ideal mix of power and subtlety—perfect for mild to moderate hearing loss.
These tiny, discreet devices fit snugly inside the ear canal, offering top-notch sound enhancement while remaining almost invisible.
With many hearing aid brands and styles available, choosing the right device depends on your hearing needs, lifestyle, and ear anatomy. At SoCal ENT, our Doctors of Audiology provide expert guidance to help you find the best solution for your individual goals.
We partner with leading hearing aid manufacturers to deliver high-quality, customized devices that offer exceptional clarity, comfort, and connectivity. Each recommendation is based on your diagnostic results and personal preferences to ensure an ideal fit and natural listening experience.
Here are a few of the trusted brands available at SoCal ENT:
Renowned for advanced connectivity and iPhone-compatible hearing aids.
A U.S. brand dedicated to improving speech clarity and reducing background noise.
Danish-engineered hearing aids enhance natural sound clarity.
Siemens, now rebranded, is renowned for its discreet and high-performance hearing aids.
A world leader advanced digital hearing solutions.
Swiss-engineered hearing aids deliver outstanding sound clarity and long-lasting durability.
Our audiologists guide you in selecting and customizing the ideal hearing aid to suit your lifestyle.
Hearing aids are designed to enhance clarity and sound awareness for people with various forms of hearing loss. They can help manage both temporary and permanent conditions that interfere with how sound travels through or is processed by the ear.
Hearing loss affects more than communication—it can influence cognitive health, emotional well-being, and balance. Early evaluation and professional care are essential for maintaining hearing, confidence, and overall quality of life.
Modern hearing aids do far more than amplify sound—they help restore confidence, clarity, and connection in everyday life. With today’s advanced technology and expert fitting at SoCal ENT, you can experience meaningful improvements in hearing and overall well-being.
Benefits include:
At SoCal ENT, our audiologists ensure your hearing aids are precisely fitted and fine-tuned to your hearing profile, providing a natural listening experience and lasting comfort.
If you often struggle to follow conversations, frequently turn up the volume, or feel isolated in social settings, it may be time to consider a hearing evaluation. Even mild hearing loss can make communication more difficult and impact confidence, relationships, and overall quality of life.
You may be a good candidate for hearing aids if you:
At SoCal ENT, our audiologists provide comprehensive hearing evaluations and personalized guidance to help you select the hearing aids that best align with your hearing needs, lifestyle, and comfort.
Rediscover life's sounds with SoCal ENT's advanced hearing aids and expert care. Experience clear, confident hearing today.
Hearing aids typically last 3-7 years, varying with care and use.
Hearing aids can't cure hearing loss, but they do greatly enhance clarity and communication.
Modern hearing aids often come with sound therapy features that help manage tinnitus.
Consulting an audiologist for a hearing test is the most reliable way to find out if you need a hearing aid.
