How the ear works

The ear is a small but extremely complex organ, transforming all audible sounds into information for the brain to interpret. The delicate mechanisms that make up the are comprise of:

The outer ear (external ear and ear canal): The ear is shaped like it is in order to capture sound and direct it down the ear canal to the middle ear
The middle ear (ear drum and three tiny bones): The middle ear consists of three bones called ossicles – the hammer, the anvil and the stirrup. The latter is the smallest bone in the human body! Together with the ear drum they work to amplify air sounds and turn airborne soundwaves into physical soundwaves.
The inner ear (cochlea and auditory nerve): The cochlea is the shell-shaped part of the inner ear and is where the sounds we hear are processed, turned into electrical impulses and sent to the brain via the auditory nerve. The brain then interprets the information into meaningful sounds, such as speech.

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“I’d like to start by thanking Rosanne for her expertise and service over the
years – the best hearing aids in the world are nothing without an expert
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December ‘24, I decided to upgrade my aids to Phonak Audéo I90-Sphere,
and the experience has been both amazing and quite emotional.
I am now able hear speech far more clearly, even in very noisy situations, as
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Up front payment is required at the time of booking, card payment can be taken via telephone.

If wax has not been sufficiently softened prior to the appointment the consultation fee remains payable. This will be confirmed via video otoscopy.

Appointments will not be made within 7 days to allow sufficient time for ear drops to take effect and maximise the efficacy of the appointment. Olive oil ear drops (Earol) should be applied morning and evening for the 7 days prior to the appointment unless a valid reason why this is not possible (ie. Perforated ear drum).

If the appointment is cancelled within 24 hours of the visit a £90 fee will be charged.

If the patient is not present or not able to be seen a £90 appointment fee will be charged.

Appointments will be within a 2 hour window, the audiologist will call on route to confirm arrival 30 mins prior.

Patient must be ready for their appointment, sitting upright in a chair with access to both ears. Patients in care homes must be able to sit in a non-high winged chair (normal high backed chair is suitable).

You will be required to read and sign (if able) a treatment consent form at the time of your appointment.

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How the ear works

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“I was nervous about getting a hearing test, but the audiologists made me feel at ease. The results were explained clearly, and I felt well cared for.”

“The team at Sussex Audiology Centre was incredibly professional and friendly. My at-home hearing test was convenient and thorough. Highly recommended!”

“Lovely and friendly. Helped me amazingly remove my wax buildup comfortably. And offered to clean my other ear free of charge as it was only ever so slightly blocked. Highly recommend visiting here for your ear troubles.”

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