Custom Earplugs
Custom made earplugs are provided to children and adults with a variety of needs. Children with tubes in their ear drums or chronic ear problems may be required to keep water out of the ears, particularly when swimming, by using custom fit swimming molds. Molds can be made in a variety of colors and floatable materials. For those individuals who are exposed to loud noise on the job or due to a hobby, noise dampening earmolds may be required. Even musicians are becoming increasingly aware of the effects of loud music on hearing sensitivity. Studies have shown that rock, classical concert, and hobby musicians may want to protect their hearing particularly if they use amplified instruments. Custom made musician’s earmolds permit voices to be heard while reducing excessively loud sounds of music or other noise exposure. Earmolds designed by Etymotic, one of the best known auditory laboratories and research facilities in the country, are recommended for use in our practice.
