The World of Ear molds
December 16, 2024You may have heard the term ear mold before, but may be unaware as to what it is and whether you might require one. An ear mold is an impression that is taken of the ear and can be used for a number of methods.
An ear mold is made by an audiologist by firstly inserting an otoblock (a block made of foam which has an accompanied string attached to it) into the ear. This otoblock is inserted using a syringe or a gun that administers the foam to fill up the available space as per your ear contours. The otoblock remains in your ear for a couple of minutes to allow it to set, after which the impression of the ear mold is taken out of your ear and can be converted into your desired auditory aid. This process is usually very quick and easy.
Ear molds are often used for those who use in-the-canal hearing devices. Even those who use behind-the-ear hearing devices can have ear molds attached to them. For those who do not have hearing loss and do not need hearing aids, ear molds are a great way to create customized earplugs that can protect your ears from loud noises.
Even swimmers can benefit from ear molds by converting them into swimmer’s plugs to stop water from entering the ears during swimming. Ear molds are also a great hit with those who require in-the-ear receivers, such as musicians, secret agents, hosts for television shows, and even air traffic controllers. You can even use an ear mold to create your own set of personalized Bluetooth headsets.
You do not need to be hearing impaired in order to make use of an ear mold. These versatile objects are very handy and can help protect your hearing as well as help keep you connected. Talk to your audiologist about getting an ear mold done today and explore what other new uses you can come up with.