The canal changes shape
Cartilage softens and the canal walls gradually shift with age. The mould stays the same size, so small gaps open up and sound escapes.
Ear Mould Remaking & Refitting
Ear Mould Remaking for Hearing Aids
If your parent's hearing aid whistles, hurts, or keeps slipping out, the ear has usually changed shape — not the device. A fresh custom ear mould, taken from a new impression, fixes most of these problems in a single refit. At Prudent Hearing Solutions our RCI-registered audiologists remake moulds for all eight major brands at our Pune, Delhi and Bengaluru clinics, or at your parent's home. Most remakes are ready within a few working days, and re-programming the aid afterwards is free.
Written & clinically reviewed by the Prudent Hearing clinical teamRCI-registered audiologists (MASLP / BASLP)Last updated 5 September 2026
Why ear moulds stop fitting as your parent ages
The ear canal is not fixed for life. It keeps changing shape through adulthood, and those changes speed up after 60. A mould that fit perfectly two years ago can slowly go loose — and that is not a fault in the hearing aid itself.
Weight and skin changes
Weight loss or gain, and thinner skin in later years, change how the mould sits. Even a few kilos can loosen a once-snug fit.
Years of daily wear
Repeated insertion, cleaning and earwax slowly wear the mould's edges and surface, so it grips the ear less firmly over time.
It's the ear, not the aid
A whistling or loose aid rarely means the electronics have failed. The mould is the part that meets the changing ear.
About hearing aidsSigns it's time for a remake: whistling, soreness, slipping out
You will often notice the problem before your parent admits it. Watch and listen for these signs — each one points to a mould that no longer seals the ear properly. Any of them is worth a check.
Whistling and feedback
A high-pitched squeal when they hug someone, wear a cap or chew means sound is leaking back past a loose mould.
Soreness or a red ear
A mould that presses too hard leaves the ear tender or red. A remake removes the pressure point and comfort returns.
It keeps slipping out
If the aid works loose while talking or eating, the fit has gone. This is a common reason aids get 'lost'.
They've quietly given up
A leaking mould makes speech thin, so many seniors simply turn the volume down or stop wearing the aid. A denial sign worth acting on.
How an ear mould impression is taken — quick and painless
Parents often resist because they imagine something uncomfortable. The reality is a short, gentle procedure done in one sitting. Our audiologist checks the ear first, then takes a soft impression that sets in a few minutes.
Ear check first
We look inside with an otoscope and clear any wax so the impression captures the true shape of the canal.
A soft, quick set
A small foam block protects the eardrum, then a soft silicone material is placed and sets within a few minutes.
No pain, no needles
It feels like a gentle fullness in the ear, nothing sharp. Most seniors are surprised how easy it turns out to be.
Done in one appointment
The whole visit takes about 20 to 30 minutes. Book it alongside a free hearing check if a review is due.
Free hearing testMaterial and style options for comfort and grip
One mould does not suit every ear or every aid. We match the material and style to your parent's comfort, dexterity and the type of hearing aid they already use, so the new mould is easier to wear and to handle.
Soft or hard material
Soft silicone suits tender ears and stronger power settings; harder acrylic is smoother to insert for arthritic fingers.
Full mould or open fit
A full mould grips well and supports more power; a slim open style feels less blocked and suits milder loss.
Colour and finish
Clear, skin-tone or coloured, with a smooth finish that is gentler on the ear and simpler to clean each day.
Fits all eight brands
We remake moulds for Signia, Phonak, Oticon, Widex, ReSound, Starkey, Unitron and Interton — to fit the aid your parent owns.
Brands we fitTurnaround time and typical cost
A remake is far cheaper than a new hearing aid, and quicker than most families expect. The exact cost depends on the material and style, so we give a firm quote after we have seen the ear — never a guess over the phone.
Ready in a few days
Most moulds are back within a few working days of the impression. We tell you the exact collection date at the appointment.
Honest price bands
A remade custom mould costs a small fraction of a new aid. Call +91 9429690093 for an exact quote for your parent's device.
See pricingWhat changes the price
Soft versus hard material, full versus open style, and one ear or both. No hidden add-ons in the quote.
Programming stays free
After fitting the new mould we re-check and fine-tune the aid at no charge, for the life of the device.
Talk to usHome-visit impressions for parents who can't travel to us
If your parent is frail, uses a wheelchair, or simply refuses to visit a clinic, we come to them. Our audiologist takes the impression at home and returns to fit the finished mould — the same care, at the kitchen table. Home visits are our differentiator in all three cities.
We come to you
Home visits across Pune, Delhi and Bengaluru. The impression is taken in your parent's own chair, in familiar surroundings.
Book a home visitIn Pune
Viman Nagar head office, with home visits across Pune and PCMC for the impression and the fitting.
Pune clinicIn Delhi
Rohini Sector 9 and Green Park clinics, with home visits across the city for parents who can't travel.
Delhi clinicsIn Bengaluru
Jayanagar 4th Block clinic, with home visits across the city for the impression and the refit.
Bengaluru clinicTwo short visits
One to take the impression, one to fit and fine-tune the new mould. You need not manage any travel.
Families who chose us
Read how other families fixed a whistling or loose aid with a simple mould remake instead of a new device.
Read reviewsFrequently asked questions
Can a whistling hearing aid be fixed without buying a new one?
Yes. Whistling almost always means the ear mould has gone loose, not that the device has failed. A fresh custom mould usually stops the feedback in a single refit, at a fraction of the cost of a new aid.
How long does an ear mould remake take?
The impression takes about 20 to 30 minutes at the appointment, and the finished mould is usually ready within a few working days. We confirm the exact collection date when we take the impression.
Is the impression painful for an elderly parent?
No. A soft foam block protects the eardrum and a gentle silicone material sets in a few minutes. It feels like mild fullness in the ear — no needles, and no pain. Most seniors are surprised how easy it is.
How much does a new ear mould cost?
A remade custom mould costs only a small fraction of a new hearing aid. The exact price depends on the material and style you choose, so we give a firm quote after checking the ear. Call +91 9429690093 for a quote.
Do you take mould impressions at home?
Yes. We offer home visits across Pune, Delhi and Bengaluru — one visit to take the impression and one to fit the finished mould. This is often easier for parents who can't travel or who resist a clinic visit.
Will a new mould work with my parent's existing hearing aid?
In most cases, yes. We remake moulds for all eight major brands — Signia, Phonak, Oticon, Widex, ReSound, Starkey, Unitron and Interton — to fit the aid your parent already owns, and re-programming afterwards is free.
Fix a whistling or loose aid — book a fresh mould
Not sure whether it's the mould or the aid? Book a free 45-minute hearing check and mould assessment at our Pune, Delhi or Bengaluru clinic — or ask for a home visit if your parent can't travel to us. Call or WhatsApp +91 9429690093 to arrange it.
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