For those who want a hearing solution that’s virtually invisible, CIC (Completely-In-Canal) hearing aids are one of the most discreet options available today. Custom-molded to fit deep within the ear canal, they offer a natural listening experience without drawing attention.
At Modern Hearing Care Clinic in Nellore, we fit and dispense CIC hearing aids from leading brands, backed by professional hearing evaluation and fitting.
What Is a CIC Hearing Aid?
A CIC hearing aid is custom-made to sit almost entirely inside the ear canal, making it one of the smallest and least visible hearing aid styles available. Because it’s positioned deep in the canal, only a small removal cord or handle is visible from the outside.
Benefits of CIC Hearing Aids
1. Nearly Invisible
CIC hearing aids sit deep inside the ear canal, making them barely noticeable to others — ideal for those who prefer a discreet solution.
2. Natural Sound Quality
Because of their placement close to the eardrum, CIC devices can take advantage of the ear’s natural shape for a more natural sound experience.
3. Reduced Wind Noise
Their in-canal position means less interference from wind, which can be a common annoyance with larger, behind-the-ear devices.
4. Comfortable, Custom Fit
Each CIC hearing aid is custom-molded from an impression of your ear canal, ensuring a secure and comfortable fit.
5. Compatible with Phones and Headwear
Their small size makes it easy to use phones, wear glasses, helmets, or headwear without interference.
Things to Consider
- Dexterity: Due to their small size, CIC hearing aids require good dexterity to insert, remove, and change batteries
- Battery Life: Smaller batteries typically need more frequent changes compared to larger styles
- Degree of Hearing Loss: CIC devices are generally best suited for mild to moderate hearing loss
- Maintenance: Regular cleaning is important since earwax and moisture can affect performance
Brands We Offer in CIC Style
Modern Hearing Care Clinic in Nellore offers CIC hearing aids from trusted brands, including:
- Oticon
- Starkey
- Signia
- Phonak
Both battery-powered and select rechargeable CIC options are available, depending on the brand and model.
Is a CIC Hearing Aid Right for You?
CIC hearing aids are a great fit for people who:
- Want the most discreet, nearly invisible option
- Have mild to moderate hearing loss
- Have good manual dexterity for handling small devices
- Prefer a custom, snug fit inside the ear canal
Our audiologist will assess your hearing and ear canal shape to confirm if CIC is the right style for you, or recommend an alternative like RIC or ITC if better suited.
Try It Before You Choose
We offer both:
- In-Clinic Trial at our Nellore location for walk-in patients
- Home Trial for those who’d prefer to test the device in their everyday environment
Book a Hearing Assessment in Nellore
Before fitting a CIC hearing aid, our lead audiologist, Dr. Mallala Kirankumar (MASLP, Audiologist & Speech-Language Pathologist), will conduct a full hearing evaluation using Pure Tone Audiometry, Impedance Audiometry, BERA, and OAE testing to ensure the right fit and prescription.
Call us: 9000889994 / 8500088509 Visit: modernhearingcare.com