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Accidentally exposing your hearing aids to moisture is one of the most common reasons for hearing aids to stop working or to experience a malfunction. So it\u2019s no surprise that hearing aid users want a hearing aid that is waterproof or water-resistant. The two terms are often used interchangeably; however, there\u2019s a big difference. So what\u2019s the <\/span>difference<\/span><\/a> between waterproof and water-resistant?<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Simply put, waterproof hearing aids do not exist. Most hearing aid users wish they could swim in the pool, take a shower, or walk in the rain all while wearing their hearing aids, but even with today\u2019s advanced technology, that\u2019s not yet possible. Several years ago, some hearing aids were marketed as waterproof, but they were not truly waterproof. Instead, they were water-resistant. Until technology advances further, water-resistant is the best you can get today.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Hearing aids that are labelled as water-resistant (or sometimes also labelled as water-repellent, shower resistant, or moisture resistant) are designed to retard the penetration of water, but they can\u2019t stop it completely. They feature improved protective plastic housing (usually one solid piece), external components that are sealed, and water- and oil-resistant nano-coatings are used on all internal and external parts to seal them from moisture.<\/span><\/p>\n These protective coatings and improved parts provide a barrier that greatly reduces damage from moisture intrusion. However, this does not mean that the internal electronic components are invincible. They\u00a0will still be damaged if they are exposed long-term to high humidity, dampness, or submersion. Despite this, some of the benefits\u00a0of a\u00a0<\/span>water-resistant hearing aid<\/span><\/a>\u00a0are rather obvious.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Moisture can damage any device that contains electrical components, such as smartphones and laptops; your hearing aid is no different. To continue working optimally, you should strive to keep your hearing aid as dry as possible. Even water-resistant hearing aids can eventually be damaged by water intrusion,\u00a0leading to costly repairs or a replacement. However, there are some easy steps you can follow to prevent water or moisture from damaging your hearing aids and keep them working well.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n The information in this guide has been written using the following reliable sources:<\/p>\n <\/b><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.healthyhearing.com\/help\/hearing-aids\/cleaning<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.hearingaids.com\/hearing-aids-101\/hearing-aids-waterproof\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.healthyhearing.com\/report\/52887-The-basics-of-waterproof-hearing-aids<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ziphearing.com\/blog\/waterproof-water-resistant-hearing-aids\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\nWaterproof Hearing Aids<\/b><\/h2>\n
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