Hearing Loss

In older adults, the leading cause is age-related hearing loss, the gradual change inside the inner ear over time. Cumulative noise exposure from power tools, firearms, concerts, and loud workplaces is another major driver, and it is largely preventable.

Other contributors include earwax buildup, ear infections, fluid, head injuries, genetics, certain medications, and health conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure. Most people have more than one factor at play. A thorough evaluation at our Walnut Creek and Brentwood offices pinpoints the cause, and when it is medical, we refer you to your physician or a trusted local ENT. Call (925) 203-9134.

We suggest a baseline hearing test by age 50, even when listening still feels easy. That first audiogram becomes the reference point we compare every future check against. After 50, a quick test every few years catches gradual decline before it becomes a daily struggle.

If you work around noise, have a family history of hearing loss, or already strain to follow conversations, come in sooner. Contra Costa Hearing Aid Center offers a free, no-obligation hearing test at both our Walnut Creek and Brentwood locations. Call (925) 203-9134 to find a time that works for you.

Protect your ears wherever the volume climbs: power tools, firearms, lawn equipment, concerts, and noisy hobbies. Foam plugs help in a pinch, but custom hearing protection from Contra Costa Hearing Aid Center seals better and stays comfortable for hours, so you will actually wear it.

If you already have some hearing loss, wearing properly fitted hearing aids helps keep the auditory pathway active. Pair that with custom protection for noisy work and play, and you give your hearing the best chance for the long run. Call (925) 203-9134 for a hearing check.