hearing Care

Imagine Better Hearing!

Good hearing plays an important role in everyday life – from enjoying conversations with family and friends to staying safe and independent. Changes in hearing can happen gradually, which is why regular hearing checks are so important.
At Mark Darling Eyecare, we work with The Hearing Care Partnership to provide expert audiology services within our practice. This allows our patients to access trusted, professional hearing care in a familiar and comfortable setting.

Our hearing care service focuses on early detection of hearing loss and personalised solutions tailored to your individual needs. Working alongside our team, an experienced audiologist offers a full range of services, including free hearing tests, hearing aids, ear wax removal, tinnitus consultations, and bespoke hearing protection.We aim to make hearing care simple and reassuring, with clear explanations, no pressure, and expert support at every stage of your hearing journey.

Don’t Suffer in Silence

Hearing Care FAQs

Yes. Our hearing tests are completely free for adults aged 18 and over, with no obligation to purchase hearing aids.
Most hearing tests take around 90 minutes, allowing plenty of time for a thorough assessment, discussion of your hearing concerns, a clear explanation of your results, and a review of your options if hearing solutions are needed.
No. You do not need a referral from your GP to book a hearing test or any of our hearing care services.
If hearing loss is detected, your audiologist will explain the results and talk you through suitable options. There is no pressure or obligation to proceed with treatment.
Yes. A build-up of ear wax can block sound and cause temporary hearing loss. Removing the wax often restores hearing clarity quickly.

Yes. We provide ongoing aftercare, adjustments, and support to ensure your hearing aids continue to perform at their best.

In addition to hearing tests and hearing aids, we offer a full range of hearing care services, all delivered with the same level of clinical expertise and patient-focused care.

Ear Wax Removal:
Excess ear wax can cause discomfort, muffled hearing, and may interfere with the performance of hearing aids. In some cases, it can be the sole cause of hearing difficulties.
We provide safe, effective ear wax removal using the latest recommended techniques. During your appointment, our clinician will assess your ears and select the most appropriate method based on your level of wax build-up, medical history, and ear health.
Following the procedure, we’ll carry out a quick hearing check so you can clearly notice the difference before and after your ear wax removal.

Hearing Protection:
Protecting your hearing is just as important as treating hearing loss. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause permanent damage, making prevention essential.
We offer a range of custom hearing protection solutions for musicians, swimmers, people working in noisy environments, and those who regularly attend concerts or live events. These solutions are designed to protect your hearing without compromising comfort or sound quality.
Our audiologist will help you choose the most suitable option for your lifestyle and long-term hearing health

Tinitus Consultation:
Tinnitus is the perception of sounds such as ringing, buzzing, or hissing in the ears and can have a significant impact on daily life.
The first step in managing tinnitus is a thorough understanding of your hearing health. Our audiologist will carry out a free comprehensive hearing assessment and discuss personalised management strategies based on your results, helping you find relief and ongoing support.

The Benefits

The benefits of Eyeplan are based around the Eyeplan core values; care, quality and value:

• Inclusive eye examinations
• Eye Examinations as frequently as a member wishes
• Your optician will be able to offer you great value on eye wear
• Accidental Damage Cover for spectacles bought with Eyeplan
• Discounted family membership

In addition members get the peace of mind that they are looking after their eyes and their eye wear as they should be looked after.

Contact us if you have any other questions.

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