In-The-Ear (ITE)
This type of hearing aid and those that follow are housed completely
within the outer ear. There are no separate attachments or other parts
behind the ear. Some pros and cons of this style are:
Advantages:
1. No tubes/earmolds to periodically replace.
2. Relatively long battery life.
3. Can be used with a wide range of hearing losses.
4. Can be made with more features than smaller styles.
5. The telephone receiver can be held in the usual manner.
6. Lowest cost of all in the ear hearing aid styles.
7. Easier to place in the ear and change the battery than other smaller styles.
Disadvantage:
1. More visible than other ITE styles.
Most Suitable For People Who:
1. Have as much as a moderate to severe hearing loss.
2. Prefer its hearing aid style/appearance over that of other models.
3. Need the additional features.