Hearing aids cannot restore normal hearing...
Hearing aids were designed to help you hear better, not perfectly!
People with normal hearing occasionally miss words too.
You may still have trouble hearing in noisy situations...
People with normal hearing have trouble hearing in noisy situations too.
Still, it helps to look directly at the person speaking and watch his or her lips.
It is also a good idea to position yourself as close to the speaker as possible.
You may need to return to the office to have your hearing aids adjusted...
Many people need to have their hearing aids adjusted—sometimes more than once—after the initial fitting. This is normal. You need to tell your hearing aid dispenser if you are experiencing any discomfort or have any trouble hearing or communicating. If you don’t tell them, they can’t help you since only you know what you hear. Therefore, it is extremely important for you and your dispenser to work closely together so you can achieve the best hearing possible!
Most of all be patient...
It takes time to adjust to your hearing aids. Just as your loss progressed over a period of time, it will take time for your brain to relearn the sounds you have been missing.