Audiology - White Rock ENT

Audiology

Currently it is estimated 31 million Americans suffer from hearing loss and communication difficulties. Hearing loss can have a profound impact on an individual’s emotional, physical and social well –being . People with hearing loss are more likely to report symptoms of depression, dissatisfaction with life, reduced functional hearing and withdrawal from social activities.

Symptoms of hearing loss may include:

Muffled hearing
Difficulty understanding what people are saying, especially when there are competing voices or background noise. You may be able to hear someone speaking, but you cannot distinguish the specific words
Listening to the television or radio at higher volume than in the past
Avoiding conversation and social interaction. Social situations can be tiring and stressful if you do not hear well. You may begin to avoid those situations as hearing becomes more difficult
Depression. Many adults may be depressed because of how hearing loss is affecting their social life

The Audiology center of Dallas at White Rock ENT offers comprehensive audiologic assessment and rehabilitation services that include: the latest digital amplification (hearing aids) and assistive communication devices (FM/Bluetooth systems). Custom earmolds, including swim plugs (to keep moisture from entering the ear canal), and custom fit hearing protection (to help reduce damage when in a noisy environment)

Laura E. Gentile, AuD, CCC-A
Doctor of Audiology

18 years professional audiological experience
Board Certified in Audiology -Licensed by the Texas State Committee of Examiners for Audiology
American Academy of Audiology, Fellow
American Speech Language Hearing Association, Certification of Clinical Competency, Audiology
Texas Academy of Audiology

Laura received her AuD from Salus University in Pennsylvania, her Master’s Degree in Audiology from the University of North Texas and her undergraduate degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas.

Laura has worked as an audiologist in Dallas for over 18 years. Her interests include the diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss. She has worked with many advanced digital amplification systems (hearing aids) and enjoys helping patients benefit from the use of hearing aids. Laura and her family live in the White Rock Lake area. Laura and her husband Phil enjoy spending time with their two boys, Thomas and Sam. Laura also enjoys running, and reading.

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