Wax Removal
Although the ear is naturally “self‑cleaning,” excessive earwax buildup can cause discomfort, hearing difficulties, tinnitus, infections, and interference with hearing aids, making professional removal important.
Attempting to remove earwax with improper tools or techniques can cause serious injury to the delicate ear canal or eardrum. For safe and effective care, it’s best to seek assistance from a trained healthcare professional who can examine your ears and remove the wax with precision and care—just like we do at Hear Safe Solutions.
What to expect:
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After reviewing your ear health history, we will examine your ear canals with an otoscope to assess the amount, consistency, and depth of the earwax. If removal is considered safe and appropriate, we will use one or a combination of the techniques outlined below. For more stubborn wax, softening drops may be applied during the procedure, or in rare cases, you may be asked to use them for a few days before returning for a follow‑up appointment. Please note that it is not necessary to use softening drops before your first visit
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Earwax removal is carried out as gently, precisely, and thoroughly as possible. While the procedure is not usually painful, it may sometimes feel noisy or slightly uncomfortable. You are welcome to take a break or stop at any time if needed.
Microsuction
Microsuction is widely regarded as one of the safest and most effective methods of earwax removal. This dry technique uses a fine‑tipped vacuum while providing full visualisation of the ear canal through a head‑worn microscope. It enables precise and thorough removal with minimal contact, making it especially suitable for wax located in deeper or more sensitive areas of the canal. Microsuction can also be used in cases of outer ear infection (otitis externa) to clear debris and improve the effectiveness of prescribed ear drops.
Curettage
Curettage is a dry technique for earwax removal that uses a small, curved instrument called a curette to gently scoop wax from the ear canal. Throughout the procedure, careful lighting and clear visualisation of the ear canal and eardrum are essential to avoid injury to these delicate structures—so it should never be attempted at home. Our clinician is highly trained in this method and will ensure your comfort and safety at every step.
Water Irrigation
Irrigation is a method of earwax removal that uses a syringe or spray device to gently flush the ear canal with warm water. When performed correctly, it is generally safe and effective. However, this technique is not suitable for everyone—particularly individuals with a damaged eardrum or a middle ear infection.
Please be aware:
If we identify a medical condition or determine that continuing with the procedure is not appropriate, we will not proceed and will refer you to your GP. Likewise, if no earwax is present but you are experiencing symptoms such as pain, blockage, or hearing difficulties, we will recommend an appropriate course of action.
While we always strive to achieve the desired outcome of clear and comfortable ears, please note that if the procedure cannot be carried out or is unsuccessful on the first attempt, a fee will still apply for the appointment time.
Some jobs are better done by those who know them best.
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