Completely In Canal: CIC

A completely in canal hearing aid should sit directly in the ear canal and be nearly invisible to others unless they are looking directly into the ear. It should not sit too deep in the ear canal or else it will be difficult to remove, and no part of the device should sit outside the canal where it is at risk of falling out and becoming damaged.

Because of the compact size of this style of hearing aid, a completely in canal device will not usually come with manual volume controls. Many models of completely in canal hearing aid include wireless connectivity where you can control to device volume from a smart phone or tablet. To make sure you get a hearing aid that works for you, be sure to talk with our audiologists to find the right device.

To clean your completely in canal hearing aid, you will first want to wipe the surface of the device with a cleaning solution. Many CIC devices come with a cleaning brush which you will need to use to clean out any dirt or earwax that has collected in the sound outlet and vent holes. Finally, the device should be left out of your ear for a while (at night while sleeping works best) to allow any moisture in or on the device to dry out.

A completely in canal hearing aid is one of the most discreet types of hearing device on the market and are barely noticeable when worn. Also, because of how the device fits in the ear canal, the sound quality on a completely in canal hearing aid is fantastic.

Completely in canal hearing aids are best used by people with mild to moderate cases of hearing loss. They are also a fantastic option for people who are self conscious about the aesthetics of wearing a hearing aid, since the device is so discreet. Due to the small size of this style of hearing device, people with dexterity issues may find these difficult to handle and insert into their ear and should consider another option. Our professional clinic staff will discuss your options with you and find the perfect hearing aid to suit your needs.