How do you keep your ears dry?

Hearing Aids
#1

I’ve seen several recommended methods. But, all the air dryers for hearing aids that I can find are notoriously underpowered and do nothing for my ears.

The only thing that works for me is a real hair dryer - that’s the only thing that’s powerful enough.

I have seen suggestions on this board referring to using q-tips but with kleenex/tissue instead. I may try that!!

The other thing I have seen is mention of a hair dryer attachment. What kind of attachment do I need? I have not been able to find anything on Google through a 5-10 minute search. (I would rather buy one that works than make it myself).

Looking for ideas.

#2

I bought some Dear Buds but haven’t had a chance to try them yet.

https://www.amazon.com/DearBuds-SE-Wearable-Dehumidifier-Showering/dp/B0C2Y1P5RW?th=1

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#3

That’s what I do! I just set the temp to cool and BLAST AWAY! I pull my ear cups to allow the air to gush right into the ear canal. Takes maybe 5 sec?

#4

I use a towel and q-tip. I blow dry my hair daily, but I always use earplugs when i use the dryer - they are very damaging.

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#5

I have used Mack’s ear dryer for many years. It is great. It was developed for surfers. Using the hair dryer was too powerful and gave me ear infections.

#6

Just tested my wifes blow dryer and it blows at 111db at 1400 watts. Thinking that probably isnt good for the hearing

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#7

Not a problem for my hearing, mr.smithster, which is 100% deaf in my left ear, and only 50% hearing in my right.