A good earmold impression is the foundation for ensuring comfort and fit for both custom hearing instruments and earmolds. We will discuss appropriate techniques for taking an earmold impression and evaluate for accuracy, fit, retention and earmold selection.
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Course created on June 14, 2023
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction to earmold impression making |
| 5-10 Minutes | Preparation and general techniques |
| 10-25 Minutes | Impression materials and tools |
| 25-35 Minutes | Removal and critique of impression |
| 35-45 Minutes | Other considerations when taking earmold Impressions |
| 45-55 Minutes | Proper earmold style selection |
| 55-60 Minutes | Conclusions/Q&A |
Kathy Liston is the Field Training Manager for the eastern part of the US. Prior to this position she worked for Beltone Corporate Retail as a Corporate Audiology Manager and staff audiologist for 6 years. Kathy received her B.S. in Speech Pathology and Audiology from West Virginia University and her M.A. in Audiology from Ohio University. In addition to her work at Beltone, Kathy worked as a clinical audiologist for an ENT group for 11 years and owned an audiology practice for 5 years. She is currently a state-licensed audiologist and holds a certificate of clinical competence.
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