Styles of Hearing Aids
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Behind-The-Ear (BTE) BTE instruments’ technology is housed in a casing that rests behind the ear. A clear plastic tube then directs amplified sound into an earmold inside the ear canal. |
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Mini Behind-The-Ear (BTE) The mini BTE rests behind the ear. The case at the back of the ear houses the technology, while a clear tube then directs amplified sound into the ear canal via an earmold or earbud. |
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Receiver-In-Canal (RIC) The receiver-in-canal device is small, discreet, and incredibly quick to fit; perfect for many first-time wearers. |
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Receiver-In-Canal Absolute Power (RIC AP) The receiver-in-canal Absolute Power instrument combines a custom-formed earmold with the sleek, sophisticated receiver-in-canal instrument allowing people with even the most severe hearing loss to enjoy style without sacrificing power and performance. |
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Invisible-In-Canal (IIC) Our newest custom fit style is truly 100% invisible when worn. Living in the second bend of the year, the IIC comes complete with Starkey’s industry-leading technology. |
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Completely-In-Canal (CIC) These devices fit completely in the canal. Only the head of a tiny plastic line — with which you insert or remove the instrument — shows above the canal. |
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In-The-Canal (ITC) In-the-canal instruments feature an earmold that fits down into the ear canal and a smaller portion that faces out into the outer ear. |
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In-The-Ear (ITE) In-the-ear instruments house the technology components in a custom-formed earmold that fits within the outer portion of the ear. |
Style descriptions and images courtesy of Starkey Labs.

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