Total Hearing Centre: Hearing Tests &
Hearing Aids in Sault Ste. Marie
Clear hearing can make a difference everywhere, from conversations at home to a shift in a noisy workplace or time spent enjoying the outdoors across Algoma. Total Hearing Centre provides hearing tests, hearing aids and ongoing hearing care at our clinic on Queen Street East in downtown Sault Ste. Marie.
Some people visit after noticing that speech sounds less clear. Others want to replace older hearing aids, have their current devices adjusted or learn how to protect their hearing around loud sounds. Our team takes the time to understand what you are experiencing, explain your options and recommend support that fits your daily life and budget.
Visit Our Hearing Clinic in
Sault Ste. Marie
Our Sault Ste. Marie hearing clinic provides a comfortable place to ask questions, have your hearing assessed and learn about the options available to you.
You can book an appointment for a hearing test, hearing aid fitting, device adjustment, repair, tinnitus support or custom hearing protection.
Book Your Appointment
- 705-759-3659
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548 Queen St. East, Sault Ste. Marie
ON P6A 2A1 - Monday to Friday 9:00 - 4:30
Could You Be Experiencing Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss doesn’t always mean sounds disappear completely. You may still hear someone speaking but have difficulty understanding certain words. Background noise can become more distracting, phone conversations may require extra concentration and listening can feel more tiring than it once did.
Signs You May Need a Hearing Test in Sault Ste. Marie
These changes often develop gradually. It may be time to book a hearing test in Sault Ste. Marie if you have noticed:
- People seem to mumble or speak less clearly
- You frequently ask others to repeat themselves
- Conversations are difficult to follow in restaurants or group settings
- You turn the television, phone or radio louder than others prefer
- You miss parts of phone or video calls
- One ear appears to hear better than the other
- You hear ringing, buzzing, humming or hissing in your ears
- Listening leaves you feeling tired or frustrated
- Family members or friends have commented on your hearing
- You have a history of workplace or recreational noise exposure
Noticing one or more of these signs does not automatically mean you need hearing aids. A professional assessment can help determine what is happening and what next steps, if any, may be helpful.
Hearing Services Available in Sault Ste. Marie
Our Sault Ste. Marie clinic offers hearing services for people at different stages of their hearing journey. This includes professional testing, hearing aid support, tinnitus management and protection for people exposed to loud sound.
Comprehensive Hearing Tests
A hearing test measures how well you hear different tones and understand speech. It can identify the type and degree of hearing loss and show whether one ear hears differently from the other.
Your appointment also allows you to discuss where hearing feels most difficult. This may include family conversations, work, restaurants, meetings, phone calls or noisy environments.
Once testing is complete, we explain the results in plain language and discuss the options that may be appropriate for you.
Hearing Aid Fittings and Adjustments
If hearing aids may help, our team will guide you through options suited to your hearing test results, lifestyle, comfort preferences, technology needs and budget.
After you select a device, it is fitted and programmed for your hearing profile.
Adjustments can then be made as you become familiar with your hearing aids and try them in different listening environments. This follow-up care helps make sure your devices remain comfortable and useful in daily life.
Tinnitus Assessment and Management
Tinnitus can sound like ringing, buzzing, humming, hissing, roaring or another sound that does not have an external source. It may be constant or come and go. For some people, it affects sleep, concentration, communication and overall comfort.
Our team can assess your symptoms and discuss tinnitus management options based on how the condition affects you.
Since tinnitus can have different causes and effects, an individual evaluation is an important starting point.
Custom Ear Molds and Hearing Protection
Sault Ste. Marie has strong ties to industrial work and year-round outdoor recreation. Loud sounds may be encountered around machinery, power tools, motorsports, snowmobiles, live music and other work or recreational activities.
Repeated exposure can contribute to permanent hearing damage.
We offer custom-fit earplugs and ear molds that provide a secure, comfortable fit for people who regularly spend time around noise.
Hearing Aid Maintenance and Repair
Hearing aids are exposed to earwax, moisture, dust and everyday wear. Regular care can help maintain their sound quality and extend the working life of the devices.
Our Sault Ste. Marie clinic provides hearing aid cleaning, troubleshooting, programming, adjustments, maintenance and repair support.
If your devices sound weak, produce feedback, feel uncomfortable or stop working, our team can examine them and help determine what needs attention.
Custom Ear Molds and Hearing Protection
We offer custom-made ear molds and hearing protection tailored to your lifestyle. Whether you need protection from noise exposure or specialized earpieces for activities, our solutions are designed for comfort and maximum effectiveness.
Total Hearing Centre Guarantee
Lowest price guarantee
No interest payment plans available
90-Day trial period
3 Year all inclusive manufacturer’s warranty
Unlimited cleaning, programming and adjustment services
Battery club
Hearing Aids Chosen for Life in Sault Ste. Marie
The right hearing aid should work for the places and conversations that make up your day. Someone who spends most of their time in quiet, one-on-one settings may have different needs than a person who works around machinery, attends busy community events or frequently travels throughout the Algoma region.
Comfort also matters. Glasses, winter hats, workplace hearing protection and other equipment can affect which hearing aid styles feel easiest to wear and handle.
When comparing hearing aids, our team considers:
- Your type and degree of hearing loss
- The environments where you have the most difficulty
- Comfort, dexterity and ease of handling
- Preferred device size and appearance
- Rechargeable or traditional battery options
- Bluetooth and mobile-device compatibility
- Speech and background-noise features
- Your budget and technology priorities
Total Hearing Centre is not owned by a hearing aid manufacturer or restricted by franchise quotas. This allows us to compare products from multiple brands and recommend options based on your needs.
Our Hearing Aid Products
We choose the best hearing product to suit your needs.
We are not owned by manufacturers or limited to franchise rules or quotas
Open Fit
BTE
BTE Micro
ITE
ITC
CICOpen Fit
Open fit hearing aids are small devices placed behind the ear with a slim tube attached to the device and inserted down the ear canal. They are non-occluding. This style is good for people with a high frequency hearing loss or mild to moderate hearing loss. They help you hear better when background noise is present.
Behind-the-Ear (BTE)
Sit comfortably behind your ear while amplified sound passes down a tube to a customized earmold that fits securely into your ear. Because they are larger, BTEs can accommodate bigger batteries for longer life and larger amplifiers for maximum amplification. BTEs are suitable for mild to profound hearing losses.
Behind-the-Ear (BTE) Micro
Sit comfortably behind your ear while amplified sound passes down a tube to a customized earmold that fits securely into your ear. BTEs are suitable for mild to profound hearing losses.
In-the-Ear (ITE)
Custom-made to fit securely in your outer ear, ensuring optimum performance and maximum comfort. ITEs are suitable for mild to severe hearing losses.
In-the-Canal (ITC)
Custom-made to fit almost entirely inside your ear canal, making them difficult to notice. ITCs are suitable for mild to moderately-severe hearing loss.
Completely-in-the-Canal (CIC)
Fit deep inside your ear canal so that they’re practically invisible. Benefits include cosmetic appeal, reduced feedback and excellent sound quality. CICs are suitable for mild to moderately-severe hearing losses.
Why Choose Total Hearing Centre in Sault Ste. Marie?
Independent Hearing Aid Recommendations
We can offer hearing aids from multiple manufacturers instead of being limited to a single brand. This gives our team more flexibility when comparing styles, technology, features and price points.
Care Based on Your Daily Needs
A hearing test provides important information, but it’s not the only factor behind a recommendation. We also ask where communication feels most difficult, what you would like to improve and which features would make a device easier to use.
Clear, Unhurried Explanations
Audiograms, hearing aid technology and unfamiliar terminology can make hearing care feel complicated. We explain your results and options in straightforward language so you can make an informed decision.
Options for Different Budgets
Professional hearing support should be accessible. Our team can explain the differences between technology levels and help you focus on features that offer practical value for your needs.
Ongoing Local Support
Hearing care continues after a fitting. Our Sault Ste. Marie team provides follow-up guidance, programming, adjustments, cleaning, maintenance and repair support as you become accustomed to your devices or your hearing needs change.
Book a Hearing Test in Sault Ste. Marie
If conversations have become harder to follow, tinnitus is affecting your comfort or your hearing aids need attention, Total Hearing Centre can help.
Visit our hearing clinic at 548 Queen Street East for professional testing, personalized recommendations and ongoing support close to home. Call 905-812-3326 or book an appointment online to take the next step toward better hearing.
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FAQs About Hearing Care in Sault Ste. Marie
You can book a professional hearing test at Total Hearing Centre, located at 548 Queen Street East in downtown Sault Ste. Marie. Call 705-759-3659 to schedule an appointment.
No referral is required. You can contact our Sault Ste. Marie hearing clinic directly to book a hearing assessment. If your results or symptoms indicate that medical follow-up may be appropriate, your hearing care professional will explain the next step.
Your appointment normally begins with a discussion about your hearing, symptoms, health history and noise exposure. Your ears may be visually examined before you complete tests that measure how well you hear tones and understand speech. We then review the results with you and answer your questions.
No. A hearing test provides information about your current hearing health. Depending on the results, recommendations may include monitoring your hearing, using hearing protection, trying communication strategies, seeking medical evaluation or exploring hearing aids.
An audiologist is available at Total Hearing Centre by appointment only. Contact the Sault Ste. Marie clinic to ask about availability and schedule the appropriate type of appointment.
Yes. Total Hearing Centre offers custom-fit hearing protection for people exposed to loud sound at work or during recreational activities. We can also assess your hearing if you have concerns about past or ongoing noise exposure.
Yes. A family member or trusted person can provide support, share observations about your hearing and help you remember the information discussed during the appointment.