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Earwax, also called cerumen, is made by the body to protect the ears. The ear wax has both lubricating and antibacterial properties. Most of the time, the old earwax is moved by the natural movement of the jaw, such as chewing and talking, which helps move earwax out of the canal, taking trapped debris with it.
Earwax, also called cerumen, is made by the body to protect the ears. The ear wax has both lubricating and antibacterial properties. Most of the time, the old earwax is moved through the ear canal by jaw motions like chewing while the skin in your ear grows from the inside out. When it reaches the outside of the ear, it is usually washed away or falls out naturally.
If you develop a build up of wax, common symptoms are dizziness, hearing loss, tinnitus and a full/blocked sensation.
It’s quite common for ear wax to build up and it’s different for everyone, but it’s important to monitor your ear wax as it can potentially cause hearing loss if you are not careful.
*Our wax removal service is £50 for one ear and £80 for two.
If you attend the practice and there is no wax present, you will be charged a £50 consultation fee.
The most gentle and effective method of wax removal, that is endorsed by ENT consultants is microsuction. Microsuction is quick and painless and performed with a small suction tube. During the process we monitor your ear with surgical loupes that magnify the ear canal allowing a thorough view of the procedure.
Microsuction is a safe and effective procedure for hearing aid users, perforated eardrums and for those who find irrigation/syringing unsuitable or uncomfortable
Another treatment, that is suitable for some people is irrigation or ear syringing and we will use the most appropriate method for your ears.
If you’re suffering with ear problems or you might be starting to lose your hearing, then it’s essential you book a hearing test so we can learn and discover what the issue may be.
Your audiologist will begin with a gentle ear health check using an otoscope. If wax is present, we’ll remove it safely using the method that’s most suitable for your ears.
Most earwax removal appointments take 15–45 minutes, depending on how much wax is present and how easily it can be removed.
We will always choose the safest and most effective method of removal for your ears.
This may be:
Microsuction — a dry technique that uses a tiny, gentle vacuum to remove wax with precision.
Irrigation — a method that uses warm water to flush the wax out safely.
Your audiologist will recommend the most appropriate option based on your ear health and the type of wax present.
No. Both microsuction and irrigation are generally very comfortable. You may hear some sounds during the procedure, but it’s quick and gentle.
It’s helpful but not essential. A few drops of olive oil for 2–3 nights before your appointment can soften the wax and make removal quicker.
Yes — we can treat one or both ears during the same visit.
If you’ve been experiencing muffled hearing, we can carry out a hearing check once the wax is removed to ensure everything is back to normal.
Earwax removal is £50 for one ear or £80 for both ears.
If no wax is found, there is a £40 appointment fee to cover the ear health check and clinical time.
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