WHY CHOOSE US?
Our services
We specialise in assessment and management of most common types of hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness in Maidstone, Sevenoaks, and the surrounding areas. Whether you struggle to hear the television, in work meetings, at family parties; suffer with ringing in your ears; or feel dizzy and unsteady on your feet – we are here to help and support you with our expertise, experience and state-of-the-art technology. Our approach is tailored to patient’s needs and expectations, and our sophisticated consultation structure ensures patient’s comfort and trust.
We provide latest Hearing Tests, Digital Hearing Aids, Balance Tests, Balance Rehabilitation and Tinnitus Therapy. Working alongside ENT and Neurology Consultants we offer a uniquely holistic level and standard of ear healthcare.
Where to find us
Sevenoaks
In Sevenoaks we are based at the KIMS Sevenoaks Medical Centre, Beadle House, London Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 2JD.
Maidstone
In Maidstone we are based at Office 6, Maidstone Innovation Centre, Gidds Pond Way, Maidstone, ME14 5FY.
Maidstone
In Maidstone we are also based at the KIMS Hospital, Gidds Pond Way, Maidstone, ME14 5FT.
What our customers are saying
He explained all the tests before he performed them so I knew what to expect.
He made the experience, which could be somewhat daunting , when you have no idea what to expect.
He also asked me throughout how was I doing which I found comforting.
So all in all a good experience which was made totally by Mr Drypen being so forthcoming.
Thanks Mr A Drypen 😃 👍
It was very pleasing to know these tests will determine what is going on and what has been overlooked for years.
Highly recommend
Frequently asked questions
Anyone can have a hearing test from the age of 3. Children often have their ears and hearing assessed due to mild ear infections and “glue ears”, and to establish the true performance of their hearing system. For young adults, hearing tests may be necessary for work-related purposes, sports, and noise-related activities. People in certain professions undergo regular hearing tests before getting custom hearing protection devices.
For those over the age of 55, hearing tests are necessary to establish a baseline of their hearing and to monitor any deterioration due to age, noise-exposure, and any hereditary component. Those with difficulties hearing conversation in background noisy or in groups of people may wish to consider the use of latest digital hearing aids, in which case having a hearing test is even more important.
During the hearing test appointment, we will take your hearing health history, as well as any relevant medical history that will give us the full picture of your hearing difficulties. The Audiologist will thoroughly examine your ears and explain any findings. If there is excess of earwax, this will be removed using microsuction. Occasionally the wax may be hard and stubborn, in which case you will be asked to use olive oil to soften it.
During the hearing test we will play you a variety of beeps and tones via a set of headphones and will ask you to press a button whenever you hear them. This gives us an idea of the quietest sounds that you can hearing at different frequencies (pitches). The test results will be plotted on a hearing graph (also called an audiogram) and explained to you in detail.
The results will determine whether you have a medical condition causing the hearing loss, or whether it is due to natural deterioration with age. If there is a medical reason for the hearing loss, we may run additional tests and refer you to your GP or an ENT specialist. If the cause of your hearing loss and hearing difficulties is due to age, then a set of latest digital hearing aids will be prescribed with your consent.
There are so many different hearing aids available privately. The choice is yours – choose whatever colour or size you want, whether it should be rechargeable and with a Bluetooth, or whether it’s custom made for your ears! There are also hearing aids to suit every lifestyle and severity of the hearing loss. So how do you choose the right hearing aid that will work best for you?
The answer is simple – find an independent Audiologist that can guide you through the process and make it very simple to understand. We can source any hearing aid model from any manufacturer or recommend the most suitable one. All our hearing aid packages include lifetime aftercare for a complete piece of mind. If you are not sure about what would work best for you, we offer a free 2 week trial!
Balance tests assess the function of the human balance system, which consist of brainstem, inner ears, eyes and proprioception (muscles and nerve endings in your legs and feet). When all of these are working together in harmony, we feel well and steady on our feet. However, if one of the organs goes wrong, we may experience vertigo, dizziness, and problems with balance. The most common cause of balance disturbance and particularly vertigo, is a dysfunction of the inner ear. Some of the causes include viruses or infections of the inner ear (vestibular neuritis, labyrinthitis), head/neck trauma, age, Meniere’s Disease, and several other medical conditions.
As a rule of thumb, balance tests include comprehensive hearing and ear history taking to understand the symptoms and signs of dizziness. This is followed by a detailed ear examination and a comprehensive hearing test. We then perform a battery of vestibular function tests, which focus on the connections between the brain, the inner ears, and the eyes. These include a variety of electrode recordings, eye movement, and repositioning manoeuvres on a clinical couch. For more information, please visit our balance page here.
The results of the balance tests help identify where the balance disturbance is coming from and helps us design a set of balance rehabilitation exercises.
About
In association with Kent ENT Partnership
We are proud to be working in association with KENT ENT Partnership as their preferred Audiological service in Kent. Robert Hone and Ali Al-Lami are consultant ENT surgeons with over 20 years combined surgical experience offering specialist Ear, Nose and Throat services across Kent.
Kent ENT Partnership covers everything relating to hearing problems and balance disorders for both adults and children. Crucially, the strong collaboration between Kent ENT Partnership and All Ears ensures that we offer the most comprehensive local ear care service for adults and children of all ages.
As we look forward to our future collaboration, our aim is to provide an excellent patient pathway using innovative diagnostic techniques and sophisticated equipment. Often, a patient can be seen in clinic, referred for tests and a diagnosis reached, all within a week.
In association with The ENT Clinic
We are equally delighted to be working in association with The ENT Clinic. Paul Kirkland is a Consultant Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) / Head and Neck surgeon working in Kent and East Sussex. He qualified at St Thomas’ Hospital Medical School, London in 1989 and completed specialist ENT training in London and the South Thames region. He then undertook specialist training in Head and Neck surgery at the Royal Marsden Hospital, London, and advanced training in thyroid and parathyroid surgery at the Hammersmith and Charing Cross Hospitals, London.
Paul is committed to delivering personalised care and optimal outcomes for his patients. He prioritises patient involvement in the decision-making process regarding their care and collaborate closely with consultant colleagues across all specialities. Whilst Paul treats all general ENT conditions, he has specialised in the treatment of the sinuses, thyroid, parathyroid and skin lesions.
We will be working with Paul and The ENT Clinic to serve the Kent and Sussex community by providing the most advanced and accessible ENT and Audiology services.
Hearing aid brands we supply
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