In short, your hearing aids should be replaced every 3-6 years or so. Several factors may figure into whether it’s time to update your hearing instruments. They include: level and sophistication of the hearing technology; quality of upkeep and maintenance throughout use; -potential changes in your hearing ability or listening lifestyle; and condition and performance of your existing hearing devices. Hearing your best is more critical than ever in our changing world — with in-person and virtual communication both playing important roles in today’s new normal. If you think it might be time to update your hearing devices, please don’t wait.