Wet Hearing Aids? We Can Help.
Whether from sweat, rain, or an accidental splash—moisture is the #1 cause of hearing aid damage. Learn how to protect your investment with professional-grade drying.
If Your Hearing Aids Got Wet
Follow these steps immediately to maximize your chances of recovery.
Remove Battery
Open the battery door immediately. For rechargeable aids, turn them off and don't charge them.
Wipe Dry
Use a soft, dry cloth to gently remove any visible moisture from the exterior.
Use DryBUDDY
Place in Redux DryBUDDY overnight. It actively removes moisture—faster than air drying.
Contact Your Pro
If they still don't work after drying, visit your audiologist for professional assessment.
Important: Don't Use Heat
Never use a hair dryer or put hearing aids in the oven. Heat can warp plastic components and damage sensitive electronics. Use a proper desiccant-based dryer instead.
What Moisture Does to Hearing Aids
Understanding the damage helps you prevent it
Your hearing aids are exposed to moisture every single day—from sweat, humidity, rain, and even the moisture in your ear canal. Over time, this moisture corrodes internal components and degrades sound quality.
Corrodes Electronics
Water and metal don't mix. Moisture causes oxidation on circuit boards, leading to shorts and failures.
Damages Receivers
The tiny speakers in hearing aids are extremely sensitive. Moisture can permanently distort sound quality.
Degrades Batteries
Moisture accelerates battery corrosion and can damage the battery contacts in your hearing aids.
Daily Drying = Longer Life
The best protection is prevention
Build a Nightly Routine
The best way to prevent moisture damage isn't just reacting to emergencies—it's building a daily drying routine that removes accumulated moisture before it causes harm.
- Remove moisture from sweat, humidity, and ear canal
- Prevent corrosion and extend device lifespan
- Maintain optimal sound quality
- Reduce repair costs and downtime
- Keep hearing aids fresh and hygienic
Simple Nightly Routine
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Find a Hearing Care Provider →Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if my hearing aids get wet?
+Immediately remove the battery (or turn off rechargeable aids) and open the battery door. Gently dry the exterior with a soft cloth. Place them in a hearing aid dryer or desiccant container overnight. Don't use heat like a hair dryer. If they still don't work after 24-48 hours of drying, contact your audiologist.
Can hearing aids be saved after water damage?
+Often, yes—especially if you act quickly. The key is to remove the battery immediately and let them dry completely before trying to use them. Redux technology has successfully dried millions of hearing aids. The sooner you start drying, the better the chances of recovery.
How do I prevent moisture damage to hearing aids?
+Use a hearing aid dryer every night—this removes accumulated moisture from sweat and humidity before it causes damage. Remove hearing aids before showering, swimming, or heavy exercise. Store them in a dry place with the battery door open when not in use.
What is the best hearing aid dryer?
+The Redux Ultra Dry & Charge is the most advanced home hearing aid dryer available. It uses professional-grade desiccant technology (the same used by audiologists) and charges your rechargeable hearing aids simultaneously. For travel, the Veri-Dry offers a portable watertight case with DryBUDDY moisture removal.
How often should I dry my hearing aids?
+Every night. Your hearing aids accumulate moisture throughout the day from your ear canal, sweat, and environmental humidity. Nightly drying prevents this moisture from building up and causing corrosion. Think of it like brushing your teeth—it's a daily maintenance habit.
Does warranty cover water damage to hearing aids?
+Most manufacturer warranties do not cover water or moisture damage, which is why prevention is so important. Some extended warranties and hearing aid insurance plans do cover moisture damage—check with your audiologist or insurance provider. Regardless, daily drying is the best protection.
Protect Your Hearing Investment
Don't wait for moisture damage to strike. Start a daily drying routine today.