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How to Pop Your Ears: A Step-by-Step Guide

11/18/2024

Have you ever felt discomfort in your ears during a flight, while driving in the mountains, or after catching a cold? If so, you might have experienced a buildup of pressure caused by blocked eustachian tubes. The good news is that popping your ears is a simple and effective way to relieve this pressure and restore comfort.

How To Get Rid of Fluid in the Ear from a Sinus Infection

05/24/2025

Fluid in the ear occurs when congestion blocks the Eustachian tube, which runs from the nose to the middle ear. Both adults and children can suffer from fluid in the ear, but the condition is widespread in children under 10. Many conditions, including sinus infections, can lead to fluid buildup in the ear. Sinus infections […]

Can Vaccines Prevent Ear Infections?

09/30/2025

If you’re a parent, you know the signs: fussiness, tugging at the ear, and sleepless nights. Ear infections, especially in young children, are incredibly common. But what if one of the best tools for preventing them is already part of your child’s routine vaccine schedule? The answer is a resounding “YES”: Vaccines can, and do, […]

Ear Tubes for Kids: Your Guide to Fewer Infections, Better Hearing & Easy Recovery

10/29/2025

Is your child dealing with frequent ear infections or fluid that just won’t go away? If so, your pediatrician or an ENT specialist may have suggested ear tubes, a small, common solution that can make a big difference. We know that any medical procedure involving your child can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve put together […]

How does a bone-anchored hearing aid work?

09/29/2020

At Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat, we offer New Jersey area patients a wide selection of hearing aids that can be used to restore hearing abilities in those who have permanent hearing loss. We understand that the needs of each patient is unique, which is why we ensure patients are educated on the many options

Visit a pediatric hearing specialist to learn about bone-anchored hearing devices

12/02/2019

Children who are experiencing significant hearing loss are not at a disadvantage. With today’s technology, pediatric hearing specialists at Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat are available to help both children and adults with hearing loss conditions. When chronic hearing loss occurs in a child, it can be addressed in various ways. One of the most […]

Learn All About Bone-Anchored Hearing Aids at Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat

08/15/2019

Hearing loss can be a difficult to condition for patients to deal with. Whether patients were born without the ability to hear, or experience hearing loss as they age, the team at Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat can assist with many different sophisticated hearing loss solutions.

What can I do to understand people while wearing masks and hearing aids?

11/05/2020

Custom hearing aids that fit in the ear canal may be the most comfortable to wear with a mask. This is because no tubes or wires are sitting where the mask may interfere with fit or sound quality.

The benefits of bone-anchored hearing aids

06/24/2020

When patients are learning about hearing aid devices, they may feel overwhelmed by the many choices available today. Patients with significant hearing loss might want to speak to a professional at Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat of New Jersey to discuss their options.

Infant Hearing Loss: how to determine if your baby’s hearing is on track

11/15/2017

Within the first year of a child’s life, you’ll joyfully witness their first smile, crawling, and babbling. But how do you determine if their hearing is developing as it should? Before you leave the hospital after delivery, a hearing test will have likely taken place. If not, infants should have their hearing levels tested before they are one month old.

Do Hearing Aids Work?

10/15/2019

At Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat, we hear a lot of patients who are worried about whether or not their hearing aid will work for them. There are so many options available that it can be overwhelming for patients to choose the one right for them.

Summer Heat and Hearing Aids

06/23/2014

Summer is finally here which means beaches, sun-soaked vacations, barbecues, and more festivities all around! Warmer weather also brings heat, humidity and air conditioning all of which can wreak havoc on hearing aids.

What Hearing Aid is Best for Me?

02/15/2019

Though there are many types of hearing aids on the market, they are all similar in a few ways. Generally, they are all mostly digital and run on small batteries. Additionally, they all contain tiny microphones which collect the sounds you’re missing, and amplifiers to help focus those sounds to your ear.

Dizziness & Balance

02/21/2014

The balance system, also known as the vestibular system, uses our eyes, inner ears, and sensory system to allow us to move about without falling. Equilibrium allows us to stay upright when standing. Our brain coordinates all of the input and tells us where our body is, in relation to gravity.

Common Questions about Hearing Aids

09/06/2018

Hearing loss is one of the most common health problems in the United States. Not only is it a health issue, but it can impact your lifestyle and the quality of your relationships. An estimated 48 million Americans struggle with some form of hearing loss.

Children and Hearing Aid Use: Consistency is Key

02/06/2014

For many parents, finding out that their child has been diagnosed with a hearing loss can be emotional, and even scary. During a hearing aid fitting appointment, the audiologist dispenses not only the hearing aids, but an excess of new information that parents must now incorporate into their daily lives.

Why Invest in Hearing Aids with Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat?

08/04/2023

Hearing loss can significantly impact our day-to-day lives, affecting communication, relationships, and overall well-being. Fortunately, advancements in technology have made it possible for individuals with hearing loss to regain their ability to hear and improve their quality of life. Your trusted provider for hearing aids is Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat.

What Are Types of Hearing Loss?

10/15/2021

Types of Hearing Loss Sensorineural Hearing Loss Sensorineural hearing loss, also known as “nerve loss,” is a result of damage to the microscopic hair cells within the inner ear and/or to the nerve of hearing. This damage can be due to genetics, advancing age, or noise exposure. If you are worried about hearing loss, call […]

The Importance of Early Detection and Treatment for Hearing Loss

08/15/2023

Early detection of hearing loss is crucial for effective treatment and management. Recognizing the early signs and symptoms can help individuals seek help sooner and prevent further deterioration of their hearing.

Do you need your hearing checked?

10/01/2021

The Coastal Hearing and Balance Center is here to serve those with hearing loss and balance or dizziness problems. Our expert Audiologists administer hearing and balance testing and work closely with our physicians to determine the appropriate rehabilitation for your problems. Why should I get my hearing checked? While minimizing person-to-person interaction is still […]

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