Behind-The-ear (BTE) Hearing Aids

Are behind the ear BTE hearing aids suitable for you? 

The world's most common style of hearing aids is no doubt behind the ear BTE hearing aids. Available in standard, mini or powerful options.

Why behind the ear BTE hearing aids are so popular? They’re suitable, perhaps you have some desired features or specific anatomy of your ear, lifestyle needs, budget, cosmetic appeal, etc. It depends on many factors what’s to choose from, pick the right option for you with us.

Since it’s easy to maintain and clean, behind the ear BTE hearing aids provide the highest sound amplification, making them the best solution for people with severe and profound hearing loss.

Why choose Behind the ear BTE hearing aids? 

• Convenient because it doesn’t sit deep in the ear
• Available with a thin tube or with a personalized shape for the ears
• Provides the best result
• Despite their size, they are almost invisible when worn
• Easy to handle and clean

How does behind the ear BTE hearing aids work? 

Behind the ear BTE hearing aids are the ones you wear outside the outer ear. Then a small tube directs the sound down into your ear canal. They are available in many sizes, shapes, and colors. You may choose the perfect one that suits your skin tone or even hair color.

An important component is a loudspeaker that is built-in into the case. The sound is transmitted to the earphone through an ear hook and a small plastic tube. The tube is located in your external auditory canal, holding the behind the ear BTE hearing aid in a place and transmitting sound waves to the eardrum. Behind the ear BTE hearing aids are smaller things you can imagine! That although means they are not noticeable, they are basically hidden.

Learn more about other hearing aids types here.