Dallas Ear Institute

11/20/2025

If one ear feels “full,” sounds are muffled, or you notice ringing or dizziness, you could be experiencing sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) a condition that needs prompt attention.

Time matters: treatment is most effective within the first 2 weeks. Learn the symptoms, causes, and next steps in our latest article.

Waking up one morning and realizing that your hearing has suddenly changed can feel frightening. Maybe one ear feels “blocked,” sounds seem muffled or full, or you notice ringing or dizziness.

11/18/2025

Meet Dr. Laura Schadt, Audiologist in Fort Worth, TX

We’re proud to introduce Dr. Laura Schadt, Au.D., one of our compassionate and skilled audiologists at the Dallas Ear Institute in Fort Worth.

Dr. Schadt earned her Doctor of Audiology degree from the University of North Texas and completed her externship right here at Dallas Ear Institute before joining Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. She’s accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology.

With expertise in hearing rehabilitation, hearing aid fittings, bone conduction solutions, and cochlear implants, Dr. Schadt is passionate about creating personalized care plans that help her patients reconnect with the world around them.

📍 Schedule your visit today and experience the difference expert, compassionate care can make.

11/17/2025

At Dallas Ear Institute, our team uses advanced CO2 laser technology to treat middle ear diseases with unparalleled precision. From otosclerosis to cholesteatoma, the laser allows for no-touch dissection, minimizing trauma to delicate hearing structures and improving surgical outcomes.

With this cutting-edge technology, your physician can carefully remove diseased tissue and enhance hearing results all while keeping procedures safe and effective.

The ear surgeons at Dallas Ear Institute utilize the latest laser technology to operate on the ear and skull base. Schedule your consultation today.

11/14/2025

👂 How We Hear and How Bone Conduction Helps

Did you know your bones can actually conduct sound? When the outer or middle ear has issues that block sound, bone conduction systems bypass those areas sending sound vibrations directly through the skull to the inner ear.

At Dallas Ear Institute, we’re proud to offer advanced Bone Conduction Hearing Systems for patients who can’t benefit from traditional hearing aids. From Cochlear Osia and MED-EL Bonebridge to Oticon Ponto, our specialists tailor each solution to your hearing needs.

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At Dallas Ear Institute, we believe our patients should have options when considering hearing amplification. Our team participates in ongoing clinical trials and research projects, allowing us to offer leading technology and stay abreast of advancements.

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day
Today, we honor and thank all the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage and sacrifice inspire us every day.

At Dallas Ear Institute, we’re proud to support veterans in maintaining their hearing health, ensuring they continue to enjoy the sounds of life they’ve worked so hard to protect.

11/10/2025

At Dallas Ear Institute, our team of physicians and audiologists is dedicated to your hearing and balance health. We are committed to providing you with a comprehensive approach to the treatment of all otologic and neurotologic problems.

11/07/2025

While most ear infections resolve with antibiotics, some patients experience persistent inflammation in the middle ear, known as chronic otitis media. Over time, this can lead to hearing loss, eardrum damage, or even cholesteatoma, a serious growth that can destroy ear structures.

At Dallas Ear Institute, our board-certified specialists provide advanced evaluation and treatment options to protect your hearing and prevent complications.

📍 Serving patients in Dallas, Frisco, and Fort Worth, TX
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Chronic Ear Infection Treatment in Dallas, Frisco and Fort Worth What is chronic otitis media? When we get an ear infection, pus fills the space behind the eardrum called the middle ear. In many cases, antibiotics are given, and the infection completely resolves. This is called acute otitis media. S...

11/05/2025

Cholesterol granuloma is a benign cyst of the temporal bone, filled with cholesterol and other fats. While noncancerous, it can occasionally cause symptoms like headaches, facial numbness, or hearing loss if it grows large enough to compress nearby structures.

At Dallas Ear Institute, our board-certified team uses advanced imaging and minimally invasive techniques to monitor or treat cholesterol granulomas safely.

At Dallas Ear Institute, our highly trained ENT doctors are experienced in testing and treating cholesterol granuloma. Call to schedule an appointment.

11/03/2025

At Dallas Ear Institute, we believe in providing options for patients who cannot use traditional hearing aids. Bone conduction systems bypass the outer and middle ear, sending sound vibrations directly through the skull to the inner ear.

Whether you have chronic middle ear conditions, congenital ear defects, or outer ear problems, bone conduction technology can help restore hearing. Options include surgical implants, bone-anchored systems, and non-surgical devices for children and adults.

At Dallas Ear Institute, we believe our patients should have options when considering hearing amplification. Our team participates in ongoing clinical trials and research projects, allowing us to offer leading technology and stay abreast of advancements.

10/31/2025

🎃👂 Happy Halloween from Dallas Ear Institute!

This Halloween, don’t let spooky sounds scare your ears! Whether it’s trick-or-treaters, haunted houses, or scary movie sound effects, protecting your hearing is important.

💡 Tip: Keep the volume moderate on devices and limit prolonged exposure to loud noises to ensure your hearing stays healthy for many more Halloweens to come!

Stay safe, enjoy the treats, and have a spooktacular Halloween!

10/28/2025

Surfer’s ear, or exostosis, is a benign bony growth in the ear canal often caused by repeated exposure to cold water or wind. Many patients may not notice symptoms at first, but in some cases, these growths can block the ear canal, leading to hearing loss, earwax buildup, and recurrent infections.

At Dallas Ear Institute, our specialists monitor these conditions and recommend treatment only when necessary, ensuring patients receive care that is safe and effective.

Get effective surfer’s ear treatment in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Frisco, TX, to restore your hearing and ear health. Call today to schedule your consultation with an expert!

10/24/2025

At Dallas Ear Institute, our team of physicians and audiologists is dedicated to your hearing and balance health. We are committed to providing you with a comprehensive approach to the treatment of all otologic and neurotologic problems.
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