Tinnitus Treatment
Relief From Ringing in the Ears
Tinnitus Treatment
Not all tinnitus can be treated, regardless of cause. Common causes are earwax buildup or an obstruction, such as a tumor or cyst; an ear infection; an underlying medical condition; exposure to loud noise; and temporomandibular joint syndrome (TMJ). Treatments include antibiotics, masking devices, and surgery.
What is tinnitus?
Tinnitus is a condition in which a person receives sound that is not present in the environment. It is often described as “ringing in the ears,” but can include virtually any type of sound including whooshing, hissing, or whistling. There are many possible causes for tinnitus, but most cases are related to damage to the auditory system.
How is tinnitus diagnosed?
To find the possible cause of your tinnitus, Dr. Leeman or Dr. Brown will examine your ears, head, and neck, and test as follows:
hearing
Movement
Imaging Tests
What treatments address specific issues?
- Earwax buildup: The earwax will be removed, frequently by suction.
- Ear infection: You may be prescribed an antibiotic and hydrocortisone ear drops to relieve itching.
- Tumor, cyst, or otosclerosis (an abnormal growth of bone in the middle ear): These can also cause hearing loss and are most often treated by surgical removal.
In some severe cases of tinnitus, certain medications can be prescribed, including:
- Tricyclic antidepressants
- Xanax
- Valium
They may be placed in the middle ear, along with a steroid. Note that these are all addictive medications. When no treatable underlying medical cause is found, tinnitus can be reduced with a masking device, such as the SoundCure Serenade, which relieves tinnitus by addressing the underlying neurological cause.
Introducing SoundCure Serenade
Did you know that 1 in 10 adults in America suffer from tinnitus, or ringing in the ears? Many tinnitus sufferers have been told to live with it and do not realize that treatment is available. At the office of Daniel J. Leeman, MD, we are happy to offer a new sound therapy that is designed to bring you relief.
The SoundCure Serenade is a complete, FDA-approved sound therapy solution based on acoustic research conducted by leading university researchers. Unlike other approaches, the Serenade is easy to use, portable, and customized to each patient’s unique tinnitus.
How does the SoundCure Serenade work?
The Serenade tinnitus treatment consists of a handheld device, earphones, and proprietary, customized treatment sounds called S-Tones. Research shows that these treatment sounds address the underlying neurological cause of tinnitus.
After a tinnitus evaluation, including a comprehensive hearing evaluation and tinnitus pitch and loudness matching, the Serenade device is programmed to play the sounds most likely to be effective for that individual. This approach may be used to provide immediate relief and can give long term benefits when used as part of an ongoing tinnitus treatment program.
What are the features of Serenade?
- FDA Cleared
- Customized to your specific tinnitus
- S-Tones developed by leading hearing experts
- Technology based on advanced, scientific research
- Includes Sleep-Assist, a 60-minute tone to help you peacefully fall asleep
- Offers 4 distinct sounds, allowing you to select the one that works best for you day or night
- Independent left and right volume controls offer maximum flexibility, comfort, and customization
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Why Choose the Dr. Leeman team for Tinnutus treatment?
Dr. Leeman is a double-board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with nearly 20 years of experience. Should your tinnitus stem from a cyst, a tumor, or any other source requiring surgical intervention, you can depend on his expertise to provide the highest level of care possible.
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