Melissa Kristelle Fling AU.D., Audiologist
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Melissa Kristelle Fling AU.D.

Audiologist

7850 Vance Drive 225 Arvada Co, 80003
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Dr. Melissa Fling is an audiologist practicing in Arvada and Westminster, CO. Dr. Fling evaluates, diagnoses and treats hearing loss, balance disorders and tinnitus. Audiologists can care for patients of all ages and treat almost all types of hearing loss. As an audiologist, Dr. Fling takes part in services like prescribing and fitting hearing aids, recommending assisted listening devices and providing hearing rehabilitation. Audiologists can work in a number of settings such as hospitals, schools, clinics, private practices as well as government, military and VA hospitals.

Education and Training

Central Michigan University AuD 2015

Provider Details

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Melissa Kristelle Fling AU.D.
Melissa Kristelle Fling AU.D.'s Expert Contributions
  • What causes a whooshing fan sound in your ear?

    Well, could be a number of things. Is it constant, intermittent, recurring, or temporary? The term for noises in the ears is tinnitus. The most common cause is noise exposure, but there are many other causes (i.e., change in blood flow to inner ear, wax buildup, hearing loss, high blood alcohol level, head trauma, medications, bacterial/viral infection, etc). Are you also noticing a change in hearing? First step could be to see an audiologist to have your hearing evaluated.  READ MORE

  • How long does tinnitus last after a cold?

    Hi there, There's no great way to predict that. If it's a new symptom that's existed for a week or more, I'd recommend seeing an audiologist and ENT. Have your ears and hearing evaluated to see if there is an obvious, treatable cause for the tinnitus.  READ MORE

  • Tinnitus treatment?

    I would suggest starting with a hearing test. This will determine if you have hearing loss and the possible cause of the sounds in your ears, which is called tinnitus. READ MORE

  • Frequency of acupuncture?

    I'm sorry. This is out of my area of expertise. I will say that ringing in the ears, tinnitus, does not currently have a cure, but it does not hurt to do acupuncture. Search "Tinnitus Management Workbook" on Google. That information may be helpful for you. READ MORE

  • What causes ringing or whirling noses in your ear?

    There are many causes. The condition is called tinnitus. The most common cause is noise exposure that damages hearing. Other common causes are ear wax, head trauma, ear infection, medication, etc. If you have had a recent onset of tinnitus, I suggest having a baseline hearing exam with a local licensed audiologist.  READ MORE

  • Does acupuncture help with tinnitus?

    Nothing has been proven to cure tinnitus yet, but stress plays a significant role in severity and/or awareness of tinnitus, so anything that could help with overall health and stress levels could potentially help with your awareness of and/or your aggravation with your tinnitus.  READ MORE

  • Can having tinnitus affect your speech?

    Not directly, no, but because it can be distracting, it may have an indirect effect on your perceived ability to monitor your speech.  READ MORE

  • Does your oral health affect your ear health?

    Poor oral health can potentially affect the structures of the ear, but the secondary effects of poor oral health have been looked at more in regards to heart health.  READ MORE

  • Ear popping when I press on a specific area below my ear?

    If you're hearing the popping mostly when opening and closing mouth, it's likely the Eustachian tube opening and closing, which is normal with jaw movement.  READ MORE

  • How do you relieve nerve pain in your ear?

    That's out of my scope of expertise. If you have ear pain, you could see a general practitioner or an otolaryngology.  READ MORE

  • Is hearing damage permanent?

    It depends on the cause and if the damaging factor is a single event or recurrent. Noise exposure, for example, may cause temporary damage that heals within 72 hours, but if it's repetitive without hearing protection, it is more likely to cause permanent damage. If you're concerned, obtain a baseline hearing test.  READ MORE

  • Can cold air make your ears hurt?

    Yes. Either extreme temperature can hurt. Ears may get cold faster because they're mostly made of cartilage, which does not have a lot of blood flow.  READ MORE

  • Does hearing always get worse with age?

    Yes, but how much worse and how quickly it gets worse will depend on several variables like lifestyle (i.e., health, noise exposure, etc.) and genetics. Age-related hearing loss usually starts showing up in the 50s, and it's typically slow in its progression unless there are other variables accelerating it (i.e., poor health, noise exposure, chemotherapy, etc.). READ MORE

  • What causes excessive ear wax?

    Well, there's no one cause. Many times, if you produce a lot, it's just part of your body's biology. Some people perspire more than others and some produce more ear wax than others. On the flip side, excessive Q-tip use can push wax deeper into the canal. If this is repeated, it can cause an impaction, which is not necessarily due to excessive production, but to interfering with the ear canal's natural cleaning mechanism.  READ MORE

  • Can tonsil stones block your ears?

    That's pretty unlikely given the anatomy. A tonsil stone could get lodged in the Eustachian tube, but unlikely.  READ MORE

  • How often should a 30 year old get a hearing test?

    Every 3 to 5 years or less if you have risk factors (i.e., regular exposure to noise with or without the use if hearing protection, genetic hearing loss in family, chronic health conditions) or notice changes.  READ MORE

  • How long does ear ringing last?

    It depends on the cause. If you've had trauma to your ears from dangerous noise level, ringing can be temporary (i.e., up to 48 hours) or if permanent damage was done, it may not go away. In many cases, however, trauma from noise exposure causes temporary tinnitus (ringing), which resolves within 48 hours once ears have healed themselves. If it lasts longer, it is recommended to have your hearing checked.  READ MORE

  • What's underneath my ears or are they just swollen from an allergic reaction?

    Can you go see a general practitioner? That's where I'd start. If appropriate, they'll refer you to an ear, nose, and throat physician.  READ MORE

  • Does ear pain cause a baby to cry uncontrollably?

    Possibly. Can you take her to a pediatrician? I'd start there. If needed, they'll refer to an ear, nose, and throat physician. READ MORE

  • What does a hearing test evaluate?

    A comprehensive hearing test will evaluate your outer, middle, and inner ear. Ear canals, ear drums, responses to pure tones and speech to determine if you have hearing that is within normal limits or if you have hearing loss and which type of hearing loss you have and what may have caused it based on your history and the results.  READ MORE

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Clinical Audiologist Advantage ENT and Audiology 2016 - 2017

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology  
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence with the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association  

Melissa Kristelle Fling AU.D.'s Practice location

Advantage ENT and Audiology

7850 Vance Drive 225 -
Arvada, Co 80003
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THORNTON, CO 80229
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1146 Francis St -
Longmont, CO 80501
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