by Dusty Jessen, Au.D. | Feb 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
Have you ever experienced a persistent buzzing or ringing in your ears, even when there’s no actual external sound? If you have, you might be suffering from a condition called tinnitus. In this blog, we’ll be discussing the first signs of tinnitus, its...
by Dusty Jessen, Au.D. | Jan 24, 2024 | Education
Getting your ears professionally cleaned takes very little time and can save you a lot of worries if you are unsure of whether the ear pressure, muffled hearing, ear pain, and dizziness can be resolved. If you come in to have your ears professionally cleaned, we may...
by Dusty Jessen, Au.D. | Sep 30, 2023 | Education
As an audiologist, our goal is to not only provide solutions for hearing concerns but to also share tips and information on how to protect and improve your hearing. The sense of hearing is fragile. Once it is damaged, it is typically irreversible. Of course, there are...
by Dusty Jessen, Au.D. | Sep 18, 2023 | Audiologist
Have you ever experienced an uncomfortable sensation of pressure in your ears? Whether it’s a feeling of fullness, dull ache, or temporary hearing impairment, ear pressure can be a bothersome condition. In this blog post, we will look into the causes of pressure...
by Dusty Jessen, Au.D. | Sep 14, 2023 | Audiologist
Do you often experience crackling sounds in your ears? This could be indicative of various ear disorders and should not be ignored. In this blog post, we will discuss crackling in the ear, exploring its possible causes, related conditions, and available remedies....
by Dusty Jessen, Au.D. | Sep 12, 2023 | Audiologist
For individuals with hyperacusis, everyday sounds can be overwhelming, uncomfortable, or painful. Hyperacusis is a disorder characterized by an extreme sensitivity to normal, environmental sounds. In this blog post, we will delve into the causes, symptoms, and...
by Dusty Jessen, Au.D. | Sep 10, 2023 | Audiologist
Tinnitus is an auditory condition characterized by the perception of ringing, buzzing, or other phantom sounds in the absence of external stimuli. It can impact a person’s quality of life, leading to concentration difficulties, sleep disturbances, and emotional...
by Dusty Jessen, Au.D. | Sep 5, 2023 | Audiologist
Swimmer’s ear, also known as external otitis, is a common condition that affects the outer ear. It occurs when water gets trapped in the ear canal, creating and harboring a moist environment that promotes the growth of fungi or bacteria. As the name implies,...
by Dusty Jessen, Au.D. | Sep 5, 2023 | Education
Ear candles, also known as ear candling, have gained popularity as an alternative method for at-home ear cleaning. However, it’s important to be well-informed about the risks and limitations associated with using ear candles. In this article, we’ll explore...
by Dusty Jessen, Au.D. | Sep 2, 2023 | Audiologist
What is the best way to clean your ears? Practicing proper ear hygiene is essential for overall hearing health. However, it’s essential to understand that the ear is a delicate and self-cleaning organ that doesn’t require frequent cleaning. In this blog,...
