Adjusting to new assistive devices can be challenging, especially when juggling glasses and hearing aids. If you’ve been wearing hearing aids and are now adding glasses to the mix, it’s natural to wonder how these two tools will work together comfortably. Don’t worry—you can do a few things to ensure a perfect fit. Let’s explore some helpful tips for pairing your hearing aids and glasses for the best experience possible.
1. Wear Your Hearing Aids to the Eye Doctor
Finding the right pair of glasses can be tricky. You have to consider the right shape for your face, pick a good color and ensure they’re comfortable. To help remove any uncertainty, wear your hearing aids to the glasses appointment. You can try on different frames and find a pair that works well with your devices. If you’re ordering frames online and can’t try them on, opt for thinner frames, as they’re more likely to sit comfortably with your hearing aids.
2. Put Your Hearing Aids on First
Once you have your new glasses, you can think about the best way to wear them with your hearing aids. In most cases, you should put your hearing aids on first to get them properly aligned before you put on your glasses. If your hearing aids shift or sit weirdly after you put your glasses on, try repositioning both.
3. Practice Patience
You’ll probably remember that it took a little time to get used to your hearing aids, and the same is true of glasses. You may initially find wearing hearing aids with your new glasses frustrating or uncomfortable. Don’t worry too much about this. You will likely acclimate to your new hearing and seeing combo in no time. If the discomfort lasts more than a couple of weeks, contact your hearing aid specialist to discuss your options.
4. Take Steps To Secure Your Devices
Some people worry that they’ll lose or damage their hearing aids when taking their glasses on and off. To help keep track of your devices, consider using retention clips or lanyards to secure them to your shirt. If you’re concerned about damaging your devices when putting on or removing your glasses, take a little extra time to place your glasses gently on your ears. Over time, you’ll be able to wear both without frequent repositioning.
If you’re among the 15% of U.S. adults living with hearing loss, it’s natural to worry about how your new glasses will mesh with your hearing aids. Luckily, by following these four simple tips, you can enjoy clear hearing and vision with ease. To learn more about caring for your hearing aids, contact Sound Advice today to make an appointment with one of our specialists.