Hearing Aids - Ear Moulds and Repairs

Tayside Paediatric Audiology Service issues different types and styles of hearing devices depending on your child's individual need.

All hearing aids have digital processing systems and are fine tuned and adjusted according to a range of hearing difficulties.

Tayside Paediatric Audiology offer several hearing aid options including:

  • Behind the ear hearing aids( BTE)
  • Open fit
  • Receiver in the ear
  • Bone conduction processors
  • Middle ear implants
As your child grows, so do their ears. Due to this, regular appointments are required for new ear moulds and for fine tuning hearing aids.
audiologist checking the fit of a child's hearing aid
The hearing aid is often attached to an ear mould which is specifically made to fit each child.

An ear mould is made of plastic or silicone. Loose fitting ear moulds may lead to the hearing aid producing feedback (sharp whistling sound). Babies and young children need their ear moulds to be replaced regularly as they grow. Older children don’t require new ear moulds as often but it is important that if they are not fitting well to let the department know.
We offer a choice of colours of ear moulds so your child can have fun choosing their own.
audiologist taking a mould of a child's ear
When your child starts wearing hearing aids it is important that you encourage them to wear their hearing aids regularly. If you or your child is requiring support please contact the department.
Regular follow up appointments will be arranged to carry out assessments to ensure the hearing aids are continuing to perform effectively.
If you have any concerns about your child’s hearing, hearing aids or ear moulds in between the arranged appointments, please contact us to discuss your concerns.
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