Ear plugs are not for long term use and if you mean ear plugs as in for music and such, there is an article by an audiologist that indicated they make the noise louder than you think in your ear. Others say they also trap dirt and oils. Over the ear ones if one must wear them might suit. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M19O50V/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_SHE0ME75Y7AM0MKAJBVT.