Our Ear Wax Removal Service
by Admin
Posted on 12-08-2022 08:47 AM
You should avoid buying any at-home
earwax
removal kits without first getting some advice from an audiologist or pharmacist.
They’ll be able to recommend the safest way to remove earwax.
Earwax , or cerumen, is a self-cleaning agent your body produces. It collects dirt, bacteria, and other debris. Usually, the wax works its way out of the ears naturally through chewing and other jaw motions. Many people never need to clean their ears. Sometimes, though, wax can build up and affect your hearing. When earwax reaches this level, it’s called impaction. If you have impaction, you may experience symptoms like: aching in the affected ear fullness or ringing in the ear impaired hearing in the affected ear an odor coming from the affected ear dizziness a cough you may be more likely to develop excess wax if you use hearing aids or earplugs.
Most people don't really think about their earwax, but if it's not looked after, it can actually cause some annoying and potentially serious issues. In fact, your itchy ear or hearing problem could stem from a buildup of earwax, according to healthline. Our bodies do a pretty good job of keeping themselves in order, but sometimes they need a little help. Here are a few signs you might need professional earwax removal and how the process works:.
If your problem isn’t serious, but you do feel like you have too much earwax buildup, you can gently clean the outside of your ears. Just use a washcloth. You also can try putting a few drops of baby oil, hydrogen peroxide, mineral oil , or glycerin in your ear to soften the wax. Or you can use an over-the-counter wax removal kit. Besides cotton swabs or any other small or pointy objects, don't use ear candles to clean your ears. Studies show they’re not effective and they can even cause injury. These hollow candles are supposed to be inserted into the ear canal and lit at the exposed end, but the food and drug administration (fda) has found they can cause burns and even pierce the inside of the ear.
Want to find out when appointments become available?
If you are looking for swift, effective treatment for ears blocked by wax, you can book online or contact us today. We can offer appointments at our clinics at short notice, with a short application of oil recommended before your treatment. Olive oil is preferred as it lubricates the ear and allows the wax to be removed easily and quickly. Please find a link to our frequently asked questions. Earol
earol olive oil spray can be purchased from us or from most pharmacies, and is easy to apply. Cost:
wax removal £80 (one or both ears)
hearing aid customer (*aids purchased from ash hearing june 2020 onwards) £40.
What is ear wax?
Formed in the outer ear canal, the natural wax our ears produce forms a defensive layer in the ear canal. As it is produced it moves slowly from the outer ear canal to the opening of the ear. Earwax has several uses: protecting the ear canal against dust, dirt, bacteria, and foreign bodies. It also helps to fight infection and prevents dry or itchy ears by moisturising the skin inside your ear.