Ear Institute of Connecticut

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Our expert team of hearing health professionals and surgeons at the Ear Institute is dedicated to providing comprehensive diagnostic, preventive, and treatment solutions for a wide range of conditions, including audiology diagnostic testing, cochlear implants, bone-anchored implants, dizziness, tinnitus, and more.

From advanced audiology evaluations and personalized hearing protection solutions to specialized surgical interventions, we are committed to helping you achieve optimal hearing health and enhancing your quality of life.

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Hearing Testing

At the Hearing Institute of Connecticut, we believe that accurate and thorough hearing testing is the foundation of effective auditory health management. Our experienced hearing health professionals offer a comprehensive evaluation of your hearing abilities.

By assessing your hearing sensitivity, speech understanding, and overall auditory function, we can identify any issues that may be affecting your hearing and develop personalized treatment plans tailored to your unique needs.

During a pure tone test, you will wear headphones and respond to a series of tones presented at various frequencies and volumes. By measuring your ability to hear these pure tones, we can precisely determine the thresholds at which you can detect different pitches. This shows us your overall hearing sensitivity across the frequency spectrum.
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Advanced Audiology Tests

In addition to standard hearing tests, such as pure tone testing and speech testing, we offer a variety of advanced audiology tests to provide a more detailed assessment of your auditory system and overall hearing health.

These specialized tests allow us to gather in-depth information about your hearing function and provide a more accurate diagnosis and treatment recommendations.

Our advanced audiology tests help us provide an accurate diagnosis and develop personalized treatment plans that address your specific auditory needs.

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Some of the advanced audiology tests we offer at the Hearing Institute of Connecticut include

Tympanometry

Otoacoustic Emissions

Auditory Brainstem Testing

Videonystagmography

Video Head Impulse

Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potentials Testing

Tympanometry

Evaluates the movement of the eardrum in response to pressure changes, helping us assess middle ear health. This test is particularly useful in identifying issues such as eustachian tube dysfunction and middle ear fluid.

Otoacoustic Emissions

Measures the response of the cochlea to sound, providing insights into inner ear function. This non-invasive and painless test can help us identify cochlear hearing loss and assess the function of the hair cells in the inner ear.

Auditory Brainstem Testing

Assesses the function of the auditory nerve and brainstem, aiding in the diagnosis of central auditory processing disorders. This test is especially helpful in evaluating patients with symptoms such as difficulty understanding speech in noisy environments.

Videonystagmography

Evaluates balance and dizziness by tracking eye movements, helping us diagnose vestibular disorders. This test can identify issues such as Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) and vestibular neuritis.

Video Head Impulse

Assesses the function of the balance system in response to head movements, helping us evaluate balance disorders. This test is effective in identifying issues with the vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR), which is responsible for stabilizing vision during head movements.

Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potentials Testing

Evaluates the function of the vestibular system, aiding in the diagnosis of vestibular disorders. This test measures the electrical activity of the muscles in the neck in response to sound stimuli, providing information about the function of the vestibular organs.

Surgical Services

When needed, our skilled surgeons at the Hearing Institute of Connecticut provide advanced surgical interventions to address a wide range of hearing conditions.

These surgical services include:

Bone Anchored Solutions

These surgical implants can improve hearing by transmitting sound vibrations through the bone directly to the inner ear. These devices are recommended for individuals with conductive or mixed hearing loss.

Cochlear Implants

These surgical devices bypass damaged parts of the inner ear and directly stimulate the auditory nerve. They provide sound signals to the brain and benefit individuals with severe hearing loss or deafness

Our surgical interventions are performed with the latest techniques and technologies, ensuring optimal outcomes and improved hearing for our patients.

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Contact Us

Contact us today to schedule an appointment and take the first step toward better health and well-being.

Our friendly staff is ready to assist you and answer any questions you may have about our services, providers, or treatment options. Experience comprehensive, compassionate care at the Ear, Nose & Throat Institute of Connecticut.

(860) 284-4950

Bloomfield

4 Northwestern Dr.
Suite 100
Bloomfield, CT 06002

Farmington, CT

599 Farmington Ave.
Suite 102
Farmington, CT 06032

Glastonbury

622 Hebron Ave
Suite #201
Glastonbury, Connecticut 06033

Manchester, CT

515 Middle Turnpike West
Manchester, CT 06040