There are several arguments for and against wearing earbuds to prevent hearing loss.
Some say that because the sound waves are not powerful enough, earbuds cannot cause hearing loss.
Others claim that any form of loud noise exposure might cause harm, even if it is just momentary.
Some argue that only specific types of earphones can be harmful, depending on how well they fit in your ears and how well they drown out surrounding sounds.
The fact is that there is no conclusive answer as to whether or not using earphones causes hearing loss.