Professional Hearing Tests for Every Stage of Life
Get a clear understanding of your hearing health with comprehensive evaluations from our experienced audiologists in Flower Mound and Roanoke.
Comprehensive Hearing Tests in Flower Mound & Roanoke
If you’re having difficulty hearing conversations, asking people to repeat themselves, or struggling to hear in noisy environments, a professional hearing test can provide the answers you need.
At Family Hearing Practice, we offer comprehensive hearing evaluations for children, adults, and seniors at our Flower Mound and Roanoke locations. Our experienced audiologists use advanced diagnostic technology to assess your hearing health, identify potential hearing loss, and recommend personalized treatment options to help you hear your best.
Whether you’re experiencing hearing difficulties for the first time or monitoring an existing condition, our team is committed to providing accurate testing and compassionate care.
Schedule your hearing test today and take the first step toward better hearing.
Signs You May Need a Hearing Test
Hearing loss often develops gradually, making it difficult to recognize the early warning signs. You may benefit from a professional hearing evaluation if you:
- Frequently ask others to repeat themselves
- Have difficulty understanding conversations in noisy settings
- Turn up the television or radio volume higher than others prefer
- Struggle to hear on the phone
- Experience ringing or buzzing in your ears (tinnitus)
- Feel that people are mumbling when they speak
- Avoid social situations because hearing is challenging
- Have a family history of hearing loss
If any of these symptoms sound familiar, our audiologists can help determine whether hearing loss is affecting your daily life.
Hearing Tests for Adults
Are you having trouble hearing conversations, experiencing ringing in your ears, feeling pressure in your ears, or dealing with dizziness? These symptoms may indicate an underlying hearing or balance issue that should be evaluated by an audiologist.
At Family Hearing Practice, our comprehensive hearing evaluations are designed to identify hearing loss, determine its cause, and help us recommend the most appropriate treatment options. Whether your hearing concerns require medical attention or hearing aids, our team will guide you toward the best solution for your needs.
During your hearing evaluation we perform the following tests:
Tympanometry evaluates how well your eardrum and middle ear are functioning. During this test, a small probe is gently placed in your ear canal, creating slight changes in air pressure. You may feel mild pressure, but the test is quick and painless.
This evaluation helps identify:
- Fluid behind the eardrum
- Eustachian tube dysfunction
- Middle ear abnormalities
- Perforations (holes) in the eardrum
This test measures the softest level at which you can understand speech. You will be asked to repeat simple two-syllable words as they gradually become quieter.
The results help determine how well you hear speech at lower volumes and provide valuable information for hearing aid recommendations when needed.
Pure-tone testing measures your ability to hear sounds across a range of pitches and volumes. During the test, you will wear headphones and indicate whenever you hear a tone.
This evaluation allows us to:
- Determine the degree of hearing loss
- Identify the type of hearing loss
- Pinpoint where the hearing loss is occurring within the auditory system
- Assess whether medical treatment may be beneficial
Word recognition testing evaluates how clearly you understand speech at a comfortable listening level. You will be asked to repeat a series of words presented through headphones.
This test helps us understand how effectively your brain processes speech and predicts how well you may benefit from hearing aids. Patients with strong word recognition scores often experience excellent results with properly fitted hearing devices.
Hearing Tests for Children
Children are often referred for a hearing evaluation after a failed hearing screening, delayed speech and language development, frequent ear infections, or concerns about their hearing abilities. Early detection of hearing issues is essential for healthy communication, learning, and overall development.
At Family Hearing Practice, we provide comprehensive pediatric hearing evaluations in a comfortable, child-friendly environment. Our goal is to determine whether hearing loss is present, identify any underlying medical concerns, and recommend the most appropriate treatment options for your child.
Tympanometry evaluates the health and function of the eardrum and middle ear. A small probe is gently placed in your child's ear canal to measure how the eardrum responds to changes in air pressure.
This quick and painless test helps identify:
- Fluid behind the eardrum
- Middle ear infections
- Eardrum perforations
- Eustachian tube dysfunction
- Function of ear tubes, if present
OAE testing is commonly used for newborns, infants, and young children who may not be able to participate in traditional hearing tests.
During the test, a small probe is placed in the ear canal that delivers soft clicking sounds. A healthy inner ear responds by producing an echo, which is measured by the equipment.
This test helps determine whether your child's hearing is within normal limits and can identify potential hearing loss or middle ear conditions that may require further evaluation.
For children who are able to participate, sound booth testing measures hearing sensitivity across different pitches and volumes. Our audiologists use engaging, age-appropriate techniques to keep children focused and comfortable throughout the evaluation.
Visual Reinforcement Audiometry is designed for children typically under three years of age.
During the test, sounds are presented through speakers or headphones. When your child responds to the sound by turning toward it, they are rewarded with a lighted toy or visual animation. This positive reinforcement allows us to determine the softest sounds your child can hear at different frequencies.
Conditioned Play Audiometry is commonly used for children ages three and older.
This interactive test turns hearing assessment into a game. Your child may be asked to place a block in a bucket, stack a toy, or complete another simple activity whenever they hear a sound.
By making the testing process fun and engaging, we can accurately measure your child's hearing thresholds while keeping them actively involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
A standard hearing evaluation typically takes between 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the specific tests required.
No. Hearing tests are completely safe, non-invasive, and painless.
Adults should consider a baseline hearing evaluation and regular testing if they notice changes in their hearing or have risk factors for hearing loss.
Yes. Your audiologist will review your results during your appointment and discuss any recommended next steps.
Yes. Regular evaluations help monitor changes in your hearing and ensure your hearing aids continue to provide optimal benefit.
Schedule Your Hearing Test Today
If you’re concerned about your hearing or simply want a professional evaluation, the team at Family Hearing Practice is here to help.
Visit us in Flower Mound or Roanoke for comprehensive hearing testing and personalized hearing care.
Call today or request an appointment online to get started.