You have worse hearing and you need glasses. Two aids that each make life easier, but together sometimes clash \u2013 literally. Because how do you combine a hearing aid and glasses without going crazy behind your ears from wiggling, wiggling or wiggling? <\/p>\n\n
Good news: with a few smart tips, you can wear glasses and hearing aids at the same time. This blog tells you what to look out for, which combinations work well and how to make yourself as comfortable as possible. <\/p>\n\n
Especially with behind-the-ear hearing aids (the most common kind), glasses and hearing aids share the same piece of \u201cmainland\u201d: the area just above your ear. That\u2019s where the glasses leg rests, that\u2019s where the hook of your hearing aid sits, that\u2019s where a mouthpiece might curl in \u2013 and then your own hair or a cap? No wonder it gets a little crowded sometimes. <\/p>\n\n
Common problems are:<\/p>\n\n
Fortunately, you can largely avoid this. It\u2019s all about the right fit, a little practice and possibly smart adjustments. <\/p>\n\n
A little tip with a big effect: always put your hearing aid in first and then put on your glasses.<\/strong> Then the device will stay in place better and you can gently slide your glasses over them. The other way around, there is a chance that your glasses will push the device away or even drop out of your ear. <\/p>\n\n When taking off, the same applies: take off your glasses first, then the hearing aid. And always with two hands, so you don\u2019t pull anything off. <\/p>\n\n If you are ready for a new pair of glasses, take your hearing aid with you to the optician. That way you can immediately see and feel what\u2019s right for you. Notice:<\/p>\n\n A good optician will think with you and let you try on different models with your hearing aid in.<\/p>\n\n Some people already wear glasses and then get a hearing aid. In that case, it is useful to indicate to your hearing care professional that you are a spectacle wearer. This is because there are devices that go better with them: <\/p>\n\n These are more compact and lighter than traditional BTE hearing aids. They fit neatly behind the ear without clashing too much with the spectacle leg, and are therefore often perceived as comfortable by spectacle wearers. <\/p>\n\n These devices virtually disappear into the ear canal, making them invisible from the outside. They do not come into contact with your glasses, which makes them very suitable for those seeking maximum comfort. <\/p>\n\n The IIC is even smaller than the CIC and sits deeper in the ear. For people with mild to moderate hearing loss and glasses, this can be an ideal solution \u2013 with no fuss behind the ear. <\/p>\n\n Please note that not every type of device is suitable for everyone. Get good advice on what suits your hearing loss and lifestyle. <\/p>\n\n There are handy tools to help combine glasses and hearing aids:<\/p>\n\n These accessories are especially useful for sports, cycling or other active pursuits where everything needs to stay firmly in place.<\/p>\n\n In the beginning, it takes some searching: how do you set everything up conveniently, what feels comfortable, how does it stay put? Give yourself time for that. Many people notice after a few weeks that wearing glasses and hearing aid becomes smoother and smoother. It becomes a routine, just like tying your shoelaces. <\/p>\n\n A few additional tips to make it easy on yourself:<\/p>\n\n Should I adjust my glasses for my hearing aid, or vice versa?<\/strong> What if I continue to suffer anyway?<\/strong> Can I also have my glasses combined with a hearing amplifier?<\/strong> Wear glasses and hearing aids at the same time? It\u2019s possible, and usually fine. It may require some extra attention in the beginning \u2013 but with the right combination, good adjustments and a few clever tricks, you will hardly notice it at all. <\/p>\n\n Above all, get good advice, don\u2019t be afraid to experiment, and don\u2019t forget that comfort comes first. Because being able to see well and hear well \u2013 everyone deserves that. <\/p>\n\n Do you have questions about hearing aids, hearing protection or care products for your ears? Feel free to contact us<\/a> or check out our webshop<\/a>. We like to think along with you \u2013 also when it comes to the little things that make life just that little bit more pleasant. <\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Good news: with a few smart tips, you can wear glasses and hearing aids at the same time. This blog tells you what to look out for and which combinations work well. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":199315,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[3722],"tags":[14664,12081,12074],"class_list":["post-199496","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips-tricks-en","tag-glasses","tag-hearing-aids","tag-resources","grid-sizer","latest_post"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.horendgoed.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoortoestel-en-bril-tegelijk-dragen.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Hoorzorg Specialist Sander","author_link":"https:\/\/www.horendgoed.nl\/en\/author\/sander\/"},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nChoose glasses that work with your hearing aid<\/h2>\n\n
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The right hearing aid with glasses<\/h2>\n\n
1. Mini behind-the-ear devices (mini BTE).<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
2. Completely-in-the-canal devices (CIC).<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
3. Invisible-in-the-canal devices (IIC).<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
Smart accessories for added comfort<\/h2>\n\n
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Getting used to it is allowed<\/h2>\n\n
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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n
Summary<\/h2>\n\n
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