From the Experts

As audiologists, we often meet patients who ask about ear wax and the best ways to remove it. Many people feel embarrassed about ear wax, but the truth is that it’s a natural part of how your ears work.  Let’s talk about why ear wax is important, how to safely manage it, and why seeing an audiologist is the best choice. What Is Ear Wax?

Have you ever heard a crackling or popping sound in your ear? It can feel strange and even a little scary, but it’s usually not something to panic about. Crackling in the ear is a common issue, and in most cases, it’s easy to treat. Let’s talk about why this happens and what you can do to feel better. What Causes Crackling in the Ear?

Earwax is that pesky yet pivotal substance residing in our ears, often causing both fascination and frustration. While its presence is a routine part of ear health, the surplus of wax can sometimes turn heads – literally.  Its production, seemingly incessant at times, begs the question: Why does our auditory system manufacture this seemingly excessive amount of earwax? Beyond its potential discomfort, understanding the purpose

An audiologist can diagnose, prevent, and treat hearing disorders, tinnitus, balance, and vestibular issues. They take part in the hearing aid selection process as well as the programming and fitting of the devices. Additionally, audiologists can perform professional ear cleaning/earwax removal, diagnose and treat ear infections, and provide auditory rehabilitation. Audiologist vs. hearing aid specialist A hearing aid specialist can perform a simple hearing evaluation

Do you need to get your ears professionally cleaned? Oracle Hearing provides professional ear cleaning and earwax removal in Lawrenceville, NJ, Pennington, NJ, and nearby communities. In the right amounts, ear wax can be good. In fact, it has lubricant and protective properties to help keep the ears and their environment healthy. However, too much of something is never good. As earwax travels from the

Tinnitus comes from the Latin word “tinnere,” which translates to “a ringing” or “to ring.” This is a relatively unpleasant auditory perception of noise that has an internal source and is only occasionally picked up by other people.  This severity of the condition is highly relative; it may be mild enough to be ignored by certain people, while for others, the condition may be so

A hearing test, also known as an audiometry test, is used to assess a person’s ability to hear different sounds and pitches. It can help to identify any hearing loss or abnormalities and determine the type and degree of the loss.  Hearing tests may be recommended for people who have symptoms of hearing loss. If you experience difficulty hearing in noisy environments or difficulty understanding

Vertigo is characterized by a feeling of spinning, dizziness, or unsteadiness, affecting many people all over the world. Many individuals who experience vertigo are noted to have hearing disorders as well.  In this blog, we’ll talk about vertigo, its causes, symptoms, and its connection to hearing disorders. What is vertigo? Vertigo is caused by a problem with the vestibular system, which is responsible for maintaining