Ear Molds & Hearing Protection

Musicians suffer not just from hearing loss but also a ringing in their ears and various pitch-perception problems. Many performing musicians use ear monitors to regulate the levels of sound they absorb on the stage while performing.

In-ear monitors are devices used by musicians to listen to music or to hear a custom mix of vocals and stage instrumentation for live performance or recording studio mixing. Depending on the quality of the fit and length of the ear canal, a custom fit in-ear monitor will generally provide somewhere between 25 and 35 dB of noise reduction. Musicians who do not need amplified playback in their ears may benefit from custom-fitted musicians’ earplugs.

Many people are seen each year at medical facilities due to ear infections or other ear related issues as a result from swimming and bathing. Associates in Hearing fits floatable Swim Molds for swimming, and can prevent infections or other problems before they start, such as hearing loss at a later stage.

By sealing the entrance to the ear canal, waterproof ear plugs keep water out of the sensitive region inside the ear canal. Swim Molds are ideal for water sports, recreational swimming, daily showering and individuals whom suffer from chronic ear infections. Swim Molds are manufactured from a soft, 100% floatable silicone which is comfortable to wear and prevent a tight seal to make sure no water enters the ear.

A gunshot can create 140-190 dB, depending on weapon. Anything over 85 dB leaves you vulnerable to hearing loss.

Using ear protection while hunting, shooting or during exposure to other sudden loud noises is important. Hunting plugs use a filter which instantaneously closes when damaging noise levels are reached. Otherwise, the filters remain open so hearing is essentially normal when not shooting, This allows you to hear other sounds necessary for hunting and conversation.

Anesthesiologists and Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) must accurately monitor the vital signs of their patients during surgery. Constantly wearing a stethoscope can cause irritation and a distraction for these professionals. Custom molds can provide in increased ability to detect sound with their tailored fit that is better versed to block out background noise. We can provide you with a custom molded Anesthesiologist Earpiece designed to be used with a precordial stethoscope that will eliminate these problems.

We currently visit several Philadelphia Medical Universities to provide Precordial Stethoscope molds to their doctoral and nursing students so that that can more effectively treat their patients.

Patricia Pfaff

2022-01-20

Several weeks ago I delivered my father's hearing aids for their annual tune up because he was in hospice and unable to go to the office in person. I received excellent service and he was pleased to have quality hearing restored. Unfortunately he passed about a month later, but he was able to hear until the end! I called Associates in Hearing seeking advice on what to do with his hearing aids after he passed. I was so pleased to learn that Associates in Hearing will facilitate getting them into a program where they will be given to someone in need. My father would be so pleased! Thank you

Gerianne Blier

2022-01-06

I recently came in for a full hearing evaluation and was surprised to find out the extent of my hearing loss. I knew I had sound sensitivity issues and tinnitus, but had not realized that I also had hearing loss. Dr. Marley is fantastic, as she not only is knowledgeable and skilled at what she does, but also is friendly, kind and compassionate. She answered all my questions and explained everything so well that I came away feeling really good about getting hearing aids. Since the initial visit, we've had several follow up visits and again, I cannot say enough about Dr. Marley. She not only is skilled, but also is an artist as she works to get the hearing aid technology just right. The rest of the staff is also warm and welcoming and very good at what they do. I feel like I can contact them at anytime with my hearing needs.

Karen Tomlinson

2021-11-24

What a wonderful experience! I have a difficult hearing loss and Dr. Marley worked tirelessly to get the devices to work for me.

Wayne Buehler

2021-11-16

I have gone to Associates with Hearing for 35+ years and have never considered going elsewhere. They are very knowledgeable, trustworthy and caring. I totally recommend them!

Susie Kemmerer

2021-11-06

I can't speak highly enough of Dr Aubrey Marley. I've had hearing aids for 6 years thru 3 different doctors (due to insurance). I was pleased how well I could hear when I first got hearing aids, but disappointed that I would never hear like a young person again. Layers of noise, grandchildren's lisping high-pitched speech, background noise, crowds - would forever be a problem. When my insurance sent me to Dr Marley, it was a godsend. She took detailed time with me, testing down to details: "how does the crackle of this bag sound?" "Can you clearly distinguish the letter 's'?" Testing and resetting, and checking again (all in a single sitting). By the time she was done, I could hear better than I have in a decade. I'm only59 Now I can hear layers of sound, easily picking out voices from background noise. I can understand the lisping speech of my grandkids, conversations in crowds, the tv without subtitles, and more. I can't speak highly enough of the care and expertise provided by Dr Marley. I highly recommend her.

Arthur Conrad

2021-10-28

While I am a new user of new Oticon hearing aids I am very satisfied with them and in particular with the professional service I received in the acquisition process. Dr. Reiff is the owner of the Associates in Hearing facility in Lansdale, PA and was thorough in her examination of my hearing and explaining what the exam results showed. I had put off for a long time the need for aids and chose to see DR. Reiff after hearing the experience my son-in-law had with her and the practice in general.I have not been disappointed.

Edward McDemus

2021-09-22

I was just fitted by Associates in Hearing for my new Phonak CROSSP & Phonak Auden P hearing aides. The fitting as very comprehensive and detailed, we discussed many technical aspects of the hearing aides and scheduled a new appointment in one week to discuss any additional issues I may have. I am so excited about the hearing aides and thrilled with all the potential and additional add ons. The real joy is they are chargable, require no batteries and have technical features I did not think were available in hearing aides. I feel like I am embarking on new hearing aids that will change my life! Ed McDemus

Dennis Detwiler

2021-07-15

Have been going to Associates in Hearing for a little over 10 years and have been very pleased with them. Dr. Flynn is at rue caring professional and a gentleman, it has been a pleasure to deal with and am very happy for him as he pursues a new opportunity near his hometown.

Schedule Your Appointment

Take your first step to better and more clear hearing.

Schedule an Appointment