Frequently Asked Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We welcome patients of all ages - from infants and children to adults and seniors - for hearing and speech services.
Do I need a referral for a hearing test?
No referral is required. You can call or message us on WhatsApp directly to book a hearing assessment.
What hearing aid brands do you offer?
We are an authorised dealer for GN Hearing - Danavox, offering fitting, programming and maintenance.
Do you provide speech therapy for children?
Yes, we offer individualised speech and language therapy programs for children and adults.
Do you follow up with cochlear implant patients?
Yes, we provide assessment, monitoring and auditory rehabilitation for cochlear implant users.
How can I book an appointment?
The fastest way is WhatsApp or a phone call to +968 9171 8373. We will confirm your nearest available slot.
Do you display prices on the website?
Pricing depends on the service and device. Please contact us directly for accurate pricing and current offers.
How often should I get my hearing checked?
There's no single answer that fits everyone — it generally depends on your age, whether you have any risk factors (such as regular loud-noise exposure or a family history of hearing loss), and whether you've noticed any changes. As a general guide, many hearing care professionals suggest a baseline check for adults around midlife and more frequent checks for older adults or anyone with known risk factors. This is general information, not a personal recommendation — a hearing care professional can advise on what's appropriate for you specifically.
What's the difference between a hearing screening and a full hearing assessment?
In general terms, a screening is a quick check intended to flag whether further evaluation might be worthwhile — it's not usually detailed enough to diagnose the type or degree of any hearing difficulty. A full assessment is more thorough, typically covering a wider range of tones, sometimes speech understanding, and a fuller discussion of your hearing history, giving a much more complete picture. If a screening suggests something worth looking into, the usual next step is a full assessment with a qualified professional.
Can hearing loss be prevented?
Some causes of hearing loss — such as those related to aging or certain medical conditions — aren't preventable in a general sense, but noise-related hearing loss, which is common, is largely preventable through everyday habits like limiting exposure to loud sound and using hearing protection. This is general awareness, not a guarantee for any individual, since hearing health depends on many combined factors. See our article on protecting your hearing in everyday life for general, practical habits.
What does a nutrition consultation typically involve?
In general, a first nutrition consultation typically starts with understanding your current eating patterns, lifestyle, and any relevant health history, followed by a discussion of your goals. From there, guidance is usually built around your specific situation rather than a one-size-fits-all plan. The exact structure varies by professional and by individual need.
Do I need to prepare anything before a nutrition assessment?
No special preparation is generally required. It can help to have a general sense of your typical eating pattern in mind, and to note any medical conditions, medications, or supplements you take, since these are commonly discussed. See our patient instructions page for general preparation guidance.
Is nutrition counseling only for weight management?
No — in general, nutrition counseling covers a much broader range of goals than weight alone, including general wellbeing, energy levels, digestive comfort, and supporting specific life stages or activity levels. Weight is one possible focus among several, not the only reason people seek nutrition guidance.
At what age should a child be forming sentences?
Development varies meaningfully between children, so there's a range rather than a fixed age — general child-development education often mentions simple two-word combinations emerging around age two, with longer sentences developing gradually afterward. This is general information, not a diagnostic marker — see our article on when to consider a speech and language assessment for broader context.
What's the difference between a speech delay and a language delay?
In general terms, "speech" refers to how sounds and words are physically produced — clarity, pronunciation — while "language" refers to understanding and using words and grammar to communicate meaning. A child can have difficulty with one, the other, or both, and the general distinction matters because it points toward different kinds of support. A qualified speech and language professional can clarify which applies to a specific child.