When To Get Your Hearing Checked
Unsure if it’s time for a hearing check? Learn the signs, stages and timing for checking your hearing with confidence.
Hearing checks are for everyone
One in six New Zealanders experience some degree of hearing loss, no matter their age. At Triton Hearing, we believe every person — young, old, or anywhere in between — deserves the chance to hear clearly and fully reconnect with the world around them.
Today, around 500,000 Kiwis living with hearing loss aren't yet using hearing devices. Our mission is to change that by helping more people take that important first step toward Better Hearing. Whether it’s enjoying conversations with family, staying active in social events, or simply hearing the sounds that make life richer, we’re here to guide you on the journey back to confident, connected living.
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Lifestyle and risks determine when to get a hearing test
You might live a healthy, active life — working full-time, exercising regularly, and enjoying hobbies on the weekend. But if your job is in a noisy environment, your hobbies include excessive volume, attending concerts, or using power tools, you could be putting your hearing at risk without even realising it. Other risk factors, such as age, certain health conditions, and even some medications, can also affect your hearing. That’s why regular hearing checks are important, even if you feel healthy in every other way.
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Do you know when it might be time for a hearing check? If you have trouble holding a conversation in a crowded restaurant or often feel like people are mumbling, you could be noticing early signs of hearing loss.
If you're experiencing these challenges — or any of the others listed below — we encourage you to start with our free online hearing test to see where your hearing currently stands.
Turning up the volume on the TV
Asking people to repeat themselves
Difficulty hearing in noisy places
Ringing in your ears
Muffled or abnormal speech
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It’s common for people to brush off slight hearing loss, thinking it’s not serious or that they’re too young for it to be a real concern. On average, most people wait six to seven years before seeking help — that’s a long time to endure the frustrations of not hearing people properly and missing out on the sounds you love. Taking action early not only improves your quality of life but also allows you to take preventative steps to protect your hearing from further damage and support your overall health.
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Complete hearing health
Being proactive is key, and it can start with something as simple as an annual hearing check.
Our team can help you establish a baseline for your hearing, monitor any changes over time, and provide personalised solutions to keep you hearing better and thinking better for years to come.
The latest tech benefits:
- World first Artificial Intelligence
- Easier hearing in many listening situations
- Bluetooth connectivity to devices
- Tinnitus masking to minimize effects
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*We offer free 15 hearing checks or 75 minute hearing assessments for anyone aged 18 and older.
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With over 60 clinics nationwide and a wide range of hearing devices - from discreet styles to AI-powered technology - we’ll help you find a solution that fits your needs, lifestyle, and budget. *Our hearing checks are free for anyone aged 18 and older.