Tinnitus Treatment
You’ve Found the Right Place
If you’re tired of living with persistent ringing, buzzing, or other intrusive sounds, you’re in expert hands. At Peachtree Hearing, our world-renowned team – including leaders who serve on the board of the American Tinnitus Association, travel the world to study and bring back groundbreaking tinnitus treatments, and have been treating tinnitus for over 10 years – is dedicated to helping you reclaim a life of quiet and comfort. You don’t have to learn to live with tinnitus; we’re here to provide personalized solutions that make a real difference. If you are still unsure, watch the testimonials below from patients we have helped get the relief they were looking for.
Understanding Tinnitus
Tinnitus is more than just a noise. It’s an abnormal perception of sound—whether it’s intermittent or constant, a low hum or a high-pitched ring—that can vary greatly from one person to another. It might occur with or without hearing loss and is typically classified as:
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Subjective Tinnitus: A noise only you can hear.
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Objective Tinnitus: A noise that might be detected by others, though this form is less common.
Our experienced audiologists are trained to identify the unique qualities of your tinnitus so that we can craft the most effective treatment plan for your needs.
Your Tinnitus Treatment Plan
What to Expect
Tinnitus is a symptom much like a headache or other pain. Because of this it is subjective and can be difficult to record and quantify. However a properly trained audiologist can zero in on the quality of your tinnitus. The quality of the tinnitus refers to the description by the patient of the tinnitus: it may be a ringing, buzzing, cricket, ocean, etc., type of sound. The quality may be multiple sounds or a singular sound as well.
The actual causes of tinnitus can vary greatly. The cause of tinnitus may also be singular or multiple. A complete tinnitus evaluation is necessary to determine the type and degree of tinnitus you suffer from and devise a customized treatment plan that works for your needs.
A tinnitus evaluation is comprised of multiple parts. Typically it begins with a complete audiological examination, which includes a hearing test. Also, to evaluate the symptoms of the tinnitus itself you will undergo tests for pitch-matching, loudness-matching, loudness sensitivity, and also a test to determine the maskability and inhibition of the tinnitus.
Depending on the determined cause of your tinnitus, we will make a recommendation for the best possible treatment plan. Very often, we find that those who suffer from tinnitus also have a hearing loss. This is why the hearing test is part of the tinnitus evaluation. When the ear stops hearing certain frequencies because of a hearing loss, the brain will often times try to compensate by causing you to hear those frequencies when they are not actually present. This in many cases is the ringing that you hear! Treating a hearing loss will most commonly ameliorate the symptoms of tinnitus after the mind has had time to acclimate to hearing correctly again.
In some cases, tinnitus is not related to a hearing loss. In these cases, there are other options that your doctor will discuss with you. One of these is the innovative Lenire device, a groundbreaking, non-invasive treatment that employs bimodal neuromodulation to alleviate the discomforting symptoms of tinnitus. It has recently received FDA approval and shown clinical efficacy in providing relief to numerous individuals grappling with tinnitus. Learn more about Lenire.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a proven, evidence-based approach that effectively helps many patients manage tinnitus symptoms. CBT addresses the emotional and psychological responses associated with tinnitus by teaching patients how to identify, understand, and modify unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors.
Through CBT, patients learn practical strategies to cope with tinnitus-related stress, anxiety, and frustration, ultimately reducing its impact on daily life. Our experienced audiologists may recommend CBT in conjunction with other tinnitus treatments, offering a comprehensive and holistic approach aimed at improving your overall quality of life.
Another possibility would be a small device called a masker. It can be worn alone in the ear or be built into a hearing aid if there is hearing loss. The masker generates a noise which masks or covers the specific frequency and tone of ringing experienced by the patient. This methodology is successful for many patients who don't find relief from hearing aids alone.
Biofeedback training is also an effective method for managing tinnitus in some patients. It consists of exercises in which the patient learns to control the various parts of the body and relax the muscles. When a patient is able to accomplish this type of relaxation, tinnitus generally subsides. Most patients have expressed that biofeedback offered some to complete relief from the symptoms of tinnitus.
Other lifestyle measures can help control tinnitus as well. For instance, avoiding anxiety is crucial, as it typically increases the symptoms of tinnitus. Obtaining adequate rest and avoiding over fatigue are also recommended, along with avoiding excessive amounts of coffee and refraining from smoking when possible.
Dr. Wikoff serves on the Board of Directors for The American Tinnitus Association and Peachtree Hearing frequently appears in the media to discuss tinnitus and its treatment options. Here are just a few of these articles and news stories:
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Why Choose
Peachtree Hearing?
Our Knowledgeable, Board-Certified Audiologists
With over 20 years of combined experience, our board-certified audiologists, Dr. Wikoff, Dr. Culberson, and Dr. Ducharme, are at the forefront of the audiology field. They both hold a B.A. in Speech and Hearing Science as well as a Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree. Our team brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in audiology and are committed to providing exceptional care and staying at the forefront of advancements in hearing health.
An Unwavering Dedication to Excellence
Our audiologists maintain licensure to practice audiology in the state of Georgia and hold prestigious certifications, including board certification with the American Board of Audiology (ABA). We are proud members of leading professional organizations such as the Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA), the American Academy of Audiology (AAA), the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA), and the Georgia Academy of Audiology (GAA) and the American Tinnitus Association (ATA).
Personalized Care and Comprehensive Services
At Peachtree Hearing, we prioritize building strong relationships with our patients. We believe that listening to your concerns, understanding your lifestyle, and conducting thorough evaluations are essential for providing effective treatment. Our audiologists offer a comprehensive range of services, including advanced diagnostics, personalized hearing aid fittings, tinnitus management, assistive listening devices, and ongoing support for optimal hearing health.
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