Two opposite myths keep many people from trying hearing aids. One says hearing aids will halt hearing loss, and the other says they will make it worse. The truth sits somewhere else entirely. At Abide Audiology on Sun N Lake Blvd. in Sebring, audiologist Kurt Wright, Au.D., can evaluate your hearing, explain what is causing […]
With Some Big Ideas What if you could have advanced hearing technology, Bluetooth connectivity, rechargeable batteries, and a nearly invisible design—all in one tiny hearing aid? Meet the new Oticon Zeal. For years, people choosing hearing aids have often faced a trade-off. They could select a discreet hearing aid that fits inside the ear […]
Few things interrupt a good conversation like the low-battery chime. Hearing aid batteries usually last anywhere from three days to several weeks, depending mainly on usage and battery type, and recognizing what affects battery performance helps you plan ahead and keep your hearing aids available when you need them. Kurt Wright, Au.D., the audiologist at […]
Your hearing aids spend most of the day in or around the ear canal, surrounded by wax, skin oils, and moisture. A consistent hearing aid cleaning routine helps keep them working well and prevents the frustration of wax and moisture interfering with sound. At Abide Audiology in Sebring, FL, Kurt Wright, Au.D., can demonstrate how […]
When voices on your left sound crisp and voices on your right sound faint, every conversation takes more effort than it should. Hearing aids are designed to amplify sound in a way that feels natural, so if one sounds different or less clear than the other, it should be examined. At Abide Audiology in Sebring, […]
A clogged ear can make conversations sound muffled and leave you wondering why the full feeling won’t go away when there’s no sign of earwax. At Abide Audiology in Sebring, FL, Kurt Wright, Au.D., an audiologist with more than 30 years of experience, can assess your hearing, explore the possible causes of ear fullness, […]
September 17, 2026 | Dr Kurt D. Wright, Au.D.- the Doctor of Audiology at Abide Audiology in Sebring, Florida
Audiologist vs Hearing Aid Specialist What Is the Difference When you are having trouble hearing, deciding where to go for help can be confusing. You may see offices advertising hearing tests, hearing aids, and hearing care, but not every provider has the same education, clinical training, or scope of practice. Two titles commonly seen in […]
September 14, 2026 | Dr Kurt D. Wright, Au.D.- the Doctor of Audiology at Abide Audiology in Sebring, Florida
Have you ever noticed ringing, buzzing, humming, or another sound in your ears when there’s nothing around you making that noise? You may be experiencing tinnitus. Tinnitus is common, but that doesn’t mean you should simply ignore it. For some people, it’s a mild annoyance that comes and goes. For others, it can interfere with sleep, […]
An abrupt high-pitched squeal from a hearing aid can be jarring and disruptive to daily life if the underlying source goes unaddressed. We provide specialized diagnostic testing to establish whether whistling originates from ear canal fit, earwax occlusion, incorrect settings, damaged accessories, or internal circuitry issues. Learn what causes feedback and which checks are safe […]
Following dinner conversations becomes challenging when high ambient noise interferes with your focus and hearing. Our practice provides targeted diagnostics to evaluate hearing in quiet atmospheres as well as complex noise environments. Once the diagnostic etiology of your difficult hearing is established, we implement personalized clinical and technological strategies. Understanding the Contrast Between Quiet Hearing […]
