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Custom Hearing Solutions: Reshape the Hearing Journey with Custom Ear Impressions

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1.  What is a consideration for custom otoblocks? Can be modified and customized to fit each ear Are rigid and difficult to modify Fill the ear space more than aa typical foam otoblock Provide less detail of the ear than a foam otoblock

2.  When should an otoscopic examination be considered during the ear impression protocol? Before obtaining an impression specific case history Only before taking an ear impression Before and after taking an ear impression Only after taking an ear impression

3.  What should you consider when making an impression with a shallow concha bowl? May provide a great hearing aid regardless of style May require that the hearing aid be built taller to fit all components May require a full helix to compensate May provide a smaller hearing aid

4.  What is an important piece of patient history to identify during an ear impression-specific case history? Do you take blood thinners? Have you had ear surgery in the past? Do you have diabetes? All of the above

5.  What type of ear impression material is best for its representation of the ear and durability over time? Silicone Methyl Methacrylate Foam Putty