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Reassuringly Thorough 

Our 7-Step Hearing Assessment

Experience hearing care like never before with our reassuringly thorough 7 Step Hearing Assessment. Our expert audiologists will help guide you step by step through your hearing journey with comprehensive testing, expert guidance and life-long aftercare, giving you clarity and peace of mind about your hearing.

At Hidden Hearing, being thorough is not just a promise it is visible in every step we take. Our 7 Step Hearing Assessment takes you through a structured, step-by-step process, giving you clarity and confidence in your care.

From understanding your unique hearing history and examining your ears with video otoscopy, to testing real world speech understanding and experiencing tailored hearing aids, every step highlights the time, expertise and thoroughness invested in your hearing journey.

Discover how our audiologists combine skill, time and personalised care to make your hearing journey simple and reassuring.

How Hidden Hearing does personalised care

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Case History: We review your medical history, lifestyle, and hearing concerns to understand your needs and identify any conditions that may require referral.

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Video Otoscopy: A detailed visual examination of your ear canal and eardrum to detect blockages, irritations, infections, or other abnormalities.

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Pure Tone Audiometry: Measure your hearing thresholds across different frequencies to determine the type and severity of hearing loss.

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Familiar Voice TestAssess your ability to understand speech in everyday situations, including background noise, using a familiar voice for real-world accuracy.

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Hearing Aid Demonstration: Experience hearing aids programmed to your hearing profile, including AI features that enhance speech and reduce background noise.

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Fitting: Receive your hearing aids with personalised guidance on use, care, and adjustment to ensure comfort and confidence.

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Follow-up: Ongoing support and fine-tuning to optimise your hearing and device performance, ensuring long-term satisfaction.
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Why is Hidden Hearing's hearing test reassuringly thorough?

At Hidden Hearing, we call our hearing test reassuringly thorough because that is exactly what it is, and exactly what so many of our patients tell us it feels like. It is not a quick hearing screening. It is a comprehensive clinical assessment carried out by a professionally qualified audiologist who takes the time to understand how you hear, the situations you find challenging, and what matters most to you. By building a complete picture of your hearing, we can provide clear, personalised advice that helps you make informed decisions with confidence.

Being thorough does not mean your appointment will be long or intimidating. In fact, your hearing test only takes up to an hour, and there is nothing painful or uncomfortable about the process. Your audiologist will explain each stage in plain, easy to understand language, so you always know what is happening, why it is important, and what your results mean.

Every hearing test at Hidden Hearing is carried out by a professionally qualified audiologist, giving you confidence that your hearing is being assessed by an experienced hearing care professional who understands your needs. Their role is to assess your hearing accurately, explain their findings clearly, and answer any questions you may have. Your hearing test is completely free and there is no obligation to buy anything. If your hearing is healthy, we will tell you. If we identify hearing loss, we will explain your options, provide honest recommendations, and leave the decision entirely with you.

With more than 85 clinics across Ireland, trusted hearing care is never far away. Many people tell us they feel reassured after their first visit, having gained a clearer understanding of their hearing and the next steps available to them. Often, they say they wish they had taken that first step sooner.

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4 reasons to book a test with Hidden Hearing

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Personalised approach
Because your hearing is as unique as your fingerprint, we deliver personalised hearing care & solutions tailored specifically to you. 

Why Hidden Hearing

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Experts in hearing care

Our certified hearing care professionals conduct free, comprehensive hearing tests with same-day results.

Experts in hearing care

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Aftercare at no extra cost
As an Hidden Hearing customer, you are entitled to free batteries, adjustments, cleanings, repair services and consultations.

Aftercare services

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Innovative technology
By tailoring cutting-edge hearing aids to fit your unique needs, preferences, and lifestyle, we can maximise their benefits. 

Advanced hearing aids

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Our nationwide network of local clinics

With a Hidden Hearing clinic within 20 minutes of your location, we really aren't that hidden!

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