Did You Know?
- Untreated hearing loss nearly doubles the risk of developing dementia.
- Using hearing aids may reduce the risk of cognitive decline by almost 50%.
A major study published in The Lancet* found that older adults at high risk for dementia experienced nearly half the cognitive decline when they used hearing aids — especially when paired with expert Ear, Nose, and Throat care.
Why?
- Hearing loss leads to social isolation and reduced brain stimulation.
- Straining to hear uses more brainpower, leaving less for memory and cognition.
- Lack of auditory input causes parts of the brain to shrink more quickly over time.
Protect Your Brain. Treat Your Hearing Loss.
Our patients benefit from the combined expertise of board-certified ENT physicians and in-house audiologists working side by side to accurately diagnose and treat hearing loss — whether it’s caused by age, chronic infections, Eustachian tube dysfunction, or allergies.
Our integrated approach allows us to identify and manage underlying medical conditions that contribute to hearing loss. This leads to faster, more effective treatment and fewer referrals.
We also offer:
- Comprehensive hearing evaluations
- Hearing aid fittings and follow-up care
- Tinnitus management
- Eustachian tube dysfunction solutions
- Ongoing monitoring and care for long-term hearing health
Don’t let untreated hearing loss increase your risk of cognitive decline. Treat it at the source — with a team that understands the full picture. We specialize in expert hearing care — not just hearing aids.
*Livingston G, Huntley J, Sommerlad A, Ames D, Ballard C, Banerjee S, et al. Dementia prevention, intervention, and care: 2020 report of the Lancet Commission. Lancet. 2020;396(10248):413-446. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(20)30367-6
This landmark report emphasized that managing hearing impairment — one of the most significant and modifiable risk factors — could help prevent up to 9% of dementia cases globally.
