Full Diagnostic Hearing Test

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Understanding Hearing Loss & Diagnostic Testing

Regular hearing evaluations are essential for maintaining hearing health, especially for individuals exposed to high levels of noise, experiencing persistent tinnitus, or struggling to follow conversations clearly.

Why Consider a Full Diagnostic Hearing Test?

If you identify with any of the following, it may be worth discussing a diagnostic hearing evaluation with a registered audiologist or hearing health professional:

Exposure to loud or continuous noise at work or home
Persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears (tinnitus)
Increasing reliance on lip reading or subtitles
Difficulty hearing high-pitched sounds (e.g., birdsong, children’s voices)
Avoidance of telephone conversations due to sound clarity
Frequently asking people to repeat themselves

What Is a Full Diagnostic Test?

A full diagnostic hearing evaluation typically includes a range of hearing assessments and case history to better understand your auditory health. The assessment is performed by a qualified audiologist who can guide appropriate next steps if any hearing loss is detected.

Note: Hearing assessments are conducted independently by licensed professionals operating in accredited practices. Any claims submitted to medical aids are subject to your specific benefits and plan eligibility.

For further information or to find an audiologist near you, feel free to use the contact or enquiry options below.

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Why do you need a hearing test?

You ask people to repeat themselves when they speak to

Do you often lean toward people when they speak to you?

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You avoid using phone calls

People may find themselves reluctant to talk on the phone because they increasingly rely on facial cues and reactions to follow a conversation.

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Fail to hear high-pitched noises

Hearing loss often begins at the upper ranges, so people may fail to hear birds, instrumental music, and the voices of women and children.

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Work in a noisy environment.

People who live or work in areas where noise levels are consistently high are at significant risk of early and permanent hearing loss. We can create custom ear protection for all situations, allowing you to keep working without damaging your ears.

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Have a ringing in your ears

If you are always aware of a buzzing, whooshing, or ringing sound in your ears, you are likely suffering from tinnitus. Our audiologist may determine the cause of your condition and find the right treatment to restore the silence.