Semi-Skeleton A canal mold with a canal lock and a helix lock Recommended for open fit and mild to moderately severe hearing losses Excellent for retention Hard or soft material Available with standard or thin tubes Open Skeleton A rim of material including the anti-tragus, concha bowl, and helix areas with a non-occluding canal

Sep 13, 2010 · A skeleton earmold (Figure 1) is a relative of the full shell, with a small hole cut out in the concha portion to make a ring around the bowl of the ear. The semi skeleton earmold removes part of the outer ring and leaves the final mold with either a lower concha lock or a helix lock, depending on the hearing loss, ear anatomy, and dexterity of ...

Starkey offers custom hearing aid earmolds, including RIC, BTE, and specialty solutions, to help patients hear and live better.

All mold styles are ofered with canal locks and skeleton locks for better retention. Helix locks, Half Skeleton and Semi Skeleton styles are also available upon request. (Retention Lock options vary by style and material selected.) VarioTherm is a body …

Skeleton earmolds comprise the ear canal section of the mold, inserted into the external ear canal of the child, and a retention ring that encircles the outer perimeter of the concha bowl of the ear. Typically, these molds are designed for children experiencing mild to moderate hearing loss, with occasional success in fitting children with ...

Skeleton Maximizes retention and ensures a stable placement in the ear canal. Half Shell Suited for individuals with dexterity problems or difficulty orienting the earmold. Full Shell Universal mold design provides a good seal.

Sep 15, 2008 · Skeleton earmolds are a popular choice for patients with a mild to moderate hearing loss when an inconspicuous mold is desired. It effectively provides a good seal while allowing the concha to be relatively open for greater airflow in the bowl of the ear.

The semi-skeleton option is an excellent selection when the ear is not undercut in the upper concha and full retention can be obtained in the helix and anti-tragus. It is available in all materials and acoustic modifications.

This style is designed for wearers who have problems inserting the earmold due to a hardened ear texture at various points in the concha. The concha portion is cut away on the earmold, thus providing a comfortable fit. Options: Lucite; Semi Flex; Oto Seal; Skin Flex; Medi Sil; UV Hard

This mold style is characterized by an open “ring” design. The mold is inconspicuous and lightweight. Most acoustical options can be fitted into this this physical shape. Options: Semi skeleton (#6 Half Phantom), ¾ skeleton (#2L)