What size disposable speculas should I buy with this otoscope? Which ones do you use and for what ages to you use them with?
446092
It comes with a variety of sizes. I would see which ones you like and then order more of what you need. We had enough for the whole family.
446093
We haven't bought any additional speculas. It comes with about a dozen, 6 each of 2 sizes. Openings of approx. 1/8" & 3/16" dia. to see into the ear canal. We have 7 year-old twins and it worked as expected. Other than that, your questions may be better suited for a doctor. Good luck.
907099
I use lifesmart 3 at a time thru the house, buy them on sale, throw them away when worn out. Run them 7/24 from dec to march.usually they last about 3 years.cant ask for more than that.
107887
My daughter's prescription is -7.0 in one eye and -7.25 in the other. I purchased the -7.0 for her and they work great. For you I bet that the 9 would be better as you are already very nearly there at -8.75.
802447
It only came with 2 sizes............2.5 mm and 4.5 mm (approx.). The sizes are not printed on the disposable specula. My son is 10, so I use the larger size.
404391
Because they are silicone and you can mold them to fit, then they fit any age range. If someone had a smaller ear, you could simply remove a little silicone before you mold it to fit.
1231939
No I bought this last year and ordered two sizes of the specula recommended and they did not fit. I am now trying to find some that will fit.
447285
I can use one pair about five times. If they turn darker in color before then, or don't "spring back" after compressing, I would dispose of them also. It would also depend on your ears and the amount of wax.of wax you have.
528480
There is only enough for a single ear for 1 week (It says so on the box itself). It recommends using for 2 weeks for chronic infections, which makes this product size pretty useless, since pretty much any infection is going to be chronic unless treated... Not sure what's going on with the other answers here, maybe they purchased a different size?
1818635
I use these in my 4 year olds ears. I never put them into the ear where I cannot see, only on the outermost part of the ear canal where wax tends to collect. They are very small
554018
I agree with the other two answers. I've bought expensive ear plugs. (and usually lose them) These are cheap and work as well as the others. They're cheap enough to try. If they don't work for kids they'd still be handy for loud noises. I like them.
1463650
The soft silicone ones are fantastic. Keep your ears very clean and you might get 5-6 days of use. I've been using these for over 10 years and no complainants.
141075
I used them on my 2 year old. My kids started using them independently at 5. Easy to use.
1516719
Just use 2. But honestly these things broke after a couple months of use. Just get the foam ones!
1480464
Well, I did buy them for our 3 year old also, and she has enjoyed them so very much. They are only 2X so they cant see very far, but it does help some. I would check Discovery toys and see if they have a better version of a childs binocular, or yes a cheap real one.
1529693
I'm afraid there seems to be no simple answer. I read all the warnings about large ones and got standard: they were way too small. Maybe my ears are bit big (I'm an adult man) or maybe standard is really small (as they used to label it). I suppose one unsatisfying answer is that they're cheap for what you get: try one of each and give away (after cleaning) the one that doesn't fit.
1857343
I have used TV EARS for more than 5 years. Their product is not improving with time: "The only beneficial accessory you require is duct tape or black electrician's tape as the slender plastic tubing between the ear buds and the battery unit are f-r-a-g-i-l-e. Two sets in the last 6 months have broken as I take them off, this with my softest touch as I know the risks. I buy them because they are effective hearing aids, but they are not as durable as the price supposes. For what TV EARS charges, they should be reinforced with fiberglass! come wrapped in tape! Which is what I do from the beginning now in order to get my money's worth." Bill M. Simpson I have used TV EARS for more than 5 years. Their product is not improving with time: "The only beneficial accessory you require is duct tape or black electrician's tape as the slender plastic tubing between the ear buds and the battery unit are f-r-a-g-i-l-e. Two sets in the last 6 months have broken as I take them off, this with my softest touch as I know the risks. I buy them because they are effective hearing aids, but they are not as durable as the price supposes. For what TV EARS charges, they should be reinforced with fiberglass! come wrapped in tape! Which is what I do from the... » Read More I have used TV EARS for more than 5 years. Their product is not improving with time: "The only beneficial accessory you require is duct tape or black electrician's tape as the slender plastic tubing between the ear buds and the battery unit are f-r-a-g-i-l-e. Two sets in the last 6 months have broken as I take them off, this with my softest touch as I know the risks. I buy them because they are effective hearing aids, but they are not as durable as the price supposes. For what TV EARS charges, they should be reinforced with fiberglass! come wrapped in tape! Which is what I do from the beginning now in order to get my money's worth." Bill M. Simpson « Show Less
1930999
Didn't measure it. Then again, what's a "regular head" size anyway :)? They fit my 7-yr old son, now 9. My then 10-yr old son preferred the slim adult goggles. We've tried many goggles. For 9 & under, I recommend Sporti Antifog Cabo Jr. (see swimoutlet-com). They are slim and better fit for smaller faces, come with a case, and forever fogless, not to mention cheap and practically disposable for those kids that keep losing their goggles (mine don't - they learned not to after hearing it from me).