Your ear receives sound waves and sends them through a delicately balanced system to the brain. Part of this remarkable system, the cochlea, is a chamber in the inner ear filled with fluid and lined with thousands of tiny hair cells. The hair cells signal the auditory nerve to send electrical impulses to the brain. The brain interprets these impulses as sound. When you are exposed to loud or prolonged noise, the hair cells are damaged and the transmission of sound is permanently altered.

While simple and inexpensive foam earplugs can provide significant hearing protection, they have limitations. The foam earplug must be correctly placed in the ear canal with sufficient depth to provide the advertised level of noise attenuation. Few people take the time necessary to position these foam earplugs correctly, and therefore most people are not receiving the full noise reduction benefits they are seeking. Since these foam earplugs need to be rolled tightly with the fingers before placement in the ear, any dirt and bacteria on the fingers will now be introduced into the ear canal leading to the possibility of irritation and/or infection.

If you listen to an iPod or portable CD player, talk on the phone, or use a two-way communication radio, custom fit ear molds will help you hear better. Custom ear molds are made with an impression of the user’s ear so they fit perfectly. The comfort level is unparalleled; with a properly fit ear mold the sound is directed right into your ear. You’ll hear music or voices clearer at lower volumes. It takes only about ten minutes to make an ear impression  of your ear canal and concha (the outer part of your ear) , and  about 2 weeks until you’re ready to start enjoying your custom ear molds.

With a wide range of options, styles, and colors we're sure that we can help you find what will work best for you!