Facts about Hearing Loss

Excessive noise is the number one reason for hearing loss.
Experts agree that continued exposure to noise of 85 dB or louder, over time, will eventually harm hearing.
If you cannot carry on a conversation in the presence of noise, it is too loud for your ears and can potentially cause hearing loss.
1 in 4 workers exposed to high levels of noise will develop a hearing loss.
The number one reason people seek a hearing solution is the recognition that their hearing has worsened. Usually this occurs from making a serious mistake, family pressure or safety concerns.
Professions at risk of hearing loss include firefighters, police officers, factory workers, farmers, construction workers, military personnel, heavy industry workers, musicians, and entertainment industry professionals.
The ear has over 25,000 tiny hair cells to help you hear the nuances of sound.