Peninsula Communities
Peninsula Tinnitus Treatment (San Mateo, Burlingame & San Carlos)
Live on the Peninsula and hear ringing or buzzing in your ears? Our audiology clinics in San Mateo and San Carlos
provide comprehensive tinnitus testing, education, and personalized treatment plans for patients throughout
Peninsula communities.
Why Peninsula Residents Choose California Hearing Center
For many Peninsula residents, California Hearing Center is the “local” tinnitus clinic—because this is home base.
Here’s what makes our tinnitus care different:
Local, Doctor-Level Audiology Care
Our offices are right here on the Peninsula, staffed by doctor-level audiologists with advanced tinnitus
training. You don’t have to drive to San Francisco or San Jose for expert care. Learn the basics of the
condition in What Is Tinnitus?.
Au.D. audiologists
Full Tinnitus Treatment Toolkit
We offer tinnitus-friendly hearing aids, sound therapy options, counseling-based approaches like CBT and TRT,
and coordination with advanced therapies such as
Lenire tinnitus therapy when appropriate.
Explore your choices at Tinnitus Treatment Options.
Sound therapy
TRT & CBT support
Care Tailored to Peninsula Lifestyles
We understand everyday life in San Mateo County—Caltrain commutes, SFO traffic, local concerts, youth sports,
and busy family schedules. Your plan is built around your real-world routines, not generic advice from
somewhere else.
Families & retirees
Local events & venues
If you live on the Peninsula and are unsure whether you need an appointment, start with:
Tinnitus Severity Assessment,
When to See a Doctor About Tinnitus, and
Is My Tinnitus Permanent?.
Signs You Should Get Your Tinnitus Checked
Tinnitus is common, but ongoing symptoms deserve attention. You should schedule a tinnitus evaluation if:
- The ringing, buzzing, or whooshing has lasted more than a week
- You notice it most at night and it’s starting to affect sleep
- You’re turning up the TV or asking family to repeat themselves
- The sound is only in one ear or significantly louder on one side
- You feel stressed, frustrated, or low because of the constant noise
Sudden tinnitus with sudden hearing loss, dizziness, or one-sided symptoms should be treated as a medical
priority—review When to See a Doctor About Tinnitus and
Sudden Tinnitus: Should I Go to the ER?.
For a deeper look at long-term outlook, visit
Can Tinnitus Go Away on Its Own? and
Understanding Tinnitus Habituation.
Common Tinnitus Triggers on the Peninsula
Tinnitus can have many causes, but for Peninsula residents we often see patterns like:
Headphones, Earbuds & Home Offices
Remote and hybrid work across the Peninsula means long days on calls with earbuds or headsets. Higher volumes
and background noise can stress the inner ear over time.
Travel & Airport Noise
Frequent flights from SFO or SJC, noisy terminals, and pressure changes can aggravate sensitive ears—especially
for business travelers and frequent flyers. See
Simple Steps to Protect and Preserve Your Hearing.
Local Events & Youth Sports
Concerts at local venues, school events, marching bands, and loud sporting events can all contribute to
cumulative noise exposure—especially without ear protection.
Stress, Caffeine & Lifestyle
Busy work schedules, family responsibilities, coffee, and wine can affect how loud tinnitus feels. Helpful
reads include
Lifestyle & Diet Tips for Tinnitus,
Does Caffeine Affect Tinnitus?,
Could Drinking Alcohol Affect Your Hearing?, and
Can Stress Make Tinnitus Worse?
.
For a complete overview of potential causes and related conditions, see
Tinnitus Causes & Triggers,
Medications That Cause Tinnitus, and
Can Earwax Cause Tinnitus?.
How We Approach Tinnitus Care for Peninsula Patients
Our tinnitus care model blends medical evaluation, technology, and practical strategies that fit Peninsula
life. A typical plan might include:
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Comprehensive hearing evaluation to check for hearing loss, asymmetry, or middle ear issues.
Learn why this matters in Tinnitus and Hearing Loss. -
Discussion of your daily routine—commuting, work setup, family noise levels, hobbies, and
sleep patterns. -
Education and reassurance about what tinnitus likely means, which signs are urgent, and what
you can realistically expect from treatment. A good starting point is
What Is Tinnitus?. -
Technology options, such as
hearing aids for tinnitus and
sound therapy tools or apps
(Best Tinnitus Relief Apps). -
Sleep and anxiety strategies from
Managing Tinnitus at Night and
Coping with Tinnitus Anxiety, plus relaxation ideas from
Best Relaxation Techniques for Tinnitus Relief
. -
Referrals and collaboration with ENTs, TMJ dentists, or mental health professionals when your
history suggests additional medical evaluation is needed.
To see how others’ journeys have progressed over time, visit
Tinnitus Patient Success Stories.
What to Expect at Your Visit
1. Conversation About Your Tinnitus & Peninsula Lifestyle
We begin by talking about how and when your tinnitus started, what it sounds like, and how it affects your
life—work, family, commuting, exercise, and sleep. We also review your medical history and medications.
2. Ear Exam & Hearing Tests
We examine your ears for earwax, infection, or other issues and perform a full hearing evaluation. This may
include pure-tone testing, speech testing, middle ear measures, and tinnitus pitch/loudness matching. For
details, see What to Expect at Your Tinnitus Appointment.
3. Personalized Plan & Ongoing Support
After reviewing your results, we build a plan that fits your tinnitus type, hearing status, and goals. This
might include hearing aids, sound therapy, home exercises from
Tinnitus Relief Exercises, lifestyle adjustments, and periodic follow-up
visits to track progress.
Before your appointment, you can take the
Tinnitus Severity Assessment and read
Comprehensive Tinnitus Treatment Options so you arrive feeling
prepared and informed.
Peninsula Communities We Serve
Our clinics are centrally located for patients throughout the Peninsula. We frequently see tinnitus patients from:
- San Mateo, Burlingame, Hillsborough, Millbrae, Foster City
- San Carlos, Belmont, Redwood City, Menlo Park, Palo Alto
- Half Moon Bay and the Coastside communities
To see more about your specific area, explore:
- San Mateo Patients
- Burlingame Patients
- Foster City Patients
- Palo Alto Patients
- Bay Area Communities We Serve
Peninsula Tinnitus FAQs
Many patients come to us directly without a referral, while others are referred by their primary care doctor
or ENT. If your insurance requires a referral, our team can help you understand what’s needed when you call
to schedule.
Age-related hearing changes are common on the Peninsula and often linked with tinnitus, but that doesn’t mean
nothing can be done. We focus on improving your hearing, reducing tinnitus intrusiveness, and supporting
overall quality of life. Learn more in
Tinnitus and Hearing Loss.
While there is no single “cure,” most people can feel much better with the right combination of education,
sound therapy, hearing aids, and coping strategies. Our
Tinnitus Success Stories share what that looks like over time.
Sudden changes—especially with sudden hearing loss, dizziness, or tinnitus in one ear—should be treated as
urgent. Review Sudden Tinnitus: Should I Go to the ER? and
When to See a Doctor About Tinnitus, and contact your physician
or an ENT promptly.
Next Steps for Peninsula Residents
If you live on the Peninsula and search for “tinnitus specialist near me,” you don’t have to travel far. Our San
Mateo and San Carlos clinics are right here, ready to help you understand what’s behind your tinnitus and what
you can realistically do to feel better.
Helpful pages to review next:
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