by Dr. JJ Martinez, AuD, CCC-A, FAAA | Aug 12, 2020 | Frequently asked questions, Hearing loss, Patient Resources, Protect your hearing, Tinnitus
Hearing loss is only a problem for old people, right? Young people are often surprised when they find out that WHO estimates that more than 1.1 billion individuals between the ages of 13 and 35 are at risk of hearing loss worldwide. Many young people assume that...
by Dr. JJ Martinez, AuD, CCC-A, FAAA | Jul 20, 2020 | Newsletters
Hey there, Louisiana is rather, well… quiet this summer with many concert and festival cancellations. But the team can guarantee that the quietness is a welcome relief to your ears and the perfect time to consider the damage exposure to loud noises can cause. Maybe...
by Dr. JJ Martinez, AuD, CCC-A, FAAA | Jul 13, 2020 | News, Patient Resources
Even though the World Health Organization did not support the wearing of face masks early on, and their use remains controversial, face mask mandates have become a part of what many might label as the “new normal.” Given the steep fines associated with...
by Dr. JJ Martinez, AuD, CCC-A, FAAA | Jun 15, 2020 | Hearing loss, Patient Resources
Because hearing loss usually comes on gradually, most people are unaware that they have the condition and depend on a family member or friend to guide them toward treatment. Approximately one-third of people in the United States between the ages of 65 and 75 have some...
by Dr. JJ Martinez, AuD, CCC-A, FAAA | May 20, 2020 | Hearing Aids, Patient Resources, Technology, Troubleshooting
Slent Hearing & Balance Center is passionate about personalized care, even when office visits aren’t an option. That’s why we offer virtual visits for patients who need assistance during times like COVID-19. We also offer remote care with the ReSound...
