What is Microsuction Ear Wax Removal?
Microsuction is the gold standard procedure for earwax removal according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)
Microsuction ear wax removal is an advanced technique used to safely remove ear wax or debris from the ear using specialised ENT medical instruments.
During the procedure, our experienced doctors utilise a fine, sterile suction device to carefully remove wax from the ear canal. The microsuction process is similar to using a small vacuum to extract excess wax, ensuring minimal contact with the ear and offering a more comfortable experience compared to traditional syringing or irrigation methods.
Unlike syringing, microsuction does not require water to be flushed into the ear, reducing the risk of infection and making it a faster, more efficient, and overall more effective approach to ear wax removal.
Rest assured, your treatment will be carried out by specialist doctors, ensuring the highest standards of care and your complete peace of mind.
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Do I Need Impacted Ear Wax Removal?
You may benefit from our microsuction ear wax removal service if you experience any of the following:
- Ear wax buildup in the ear canal, leading to symptoms such as hearing loss, pressure, or irritation
- Narrow or small ear canals, which can make it difficult for wax to naturally exit, resulting in a buildup
- Hard or impacted ear wax that cannot be cleared using standard methods
- Cotton buds that have inadvertently pushed wax deeper into the ear canal, creating a blockage
- Regular use of hearing aids or earplugs, which can prevent wax from naturally falling out of the ear
- A diagnosis of external ear canal infection (otitis externa)
- Difficulty in performing a hearing test due to limited visibility of the eardrum
- Preparation for a hearing aid fitting, requiring a clean ear canal for accurate impressions
- Upcoming grommet insertion or other ear-related procedures
- Prior to middle ear surgery, to ensure optimal ear health
Reasons For Emergency Ear Wax Removal
Blocked ears can be incredibly uncomfortable and often come with additional symptoms, such as muffled hearing or tinnitus. If you're seeking immediate relief, our Emergency Ear Wax Removal service offers a fast and effective solution.
You may have been experiencing blocked ear symptoms for some time and are now looking for a prompt resolution. In other cases, certain factors may have exacerbated your symptoms, leading to mild or moderate pain. Common reasons for seeking emergency ear wax removal include:
- Ear Infections: Conditions such as otitis externa or otitis media can lead to a buildup of ear wax, which puts pressure on the eardrum. Removing the wax alleviates this pressure and helps any prescribed antibiotic ear drops work more effectively to clear the infection.
- Hearing Loss: Sudden hearing loss can be distressing, but in many cases, it may be caused by impacted ear wax. After microsuction, normal hearing is often restored. If hearing does not return, further investigation can be pursued.
- Perforated Eardrum: A perforated eardrum can be extremely painful, and excess ear wax may be the underlying cause. Microsuction can safely be performed even if the eardrum is perforated, effectively removing the wax that may have contributed to the condition.
Microsuction is the gold-standard technique for safely and effectively removing ear wax. At Nottingham Ear Clinic, all emergency ear wax removal procedures are carried out by highly skilled ear care specialists, ensuring that your symptoms are addressed quickly, safely, and with the utmost care.
Why Ear Microsuction is the Best Method Of Ear Wax Removal
Microsuction is the most effective and preferred method for removing excess ear wax, offering several advantages over traditional treatments such as syringing or irrigation:
- Safer: Microsuction minimises the risk of injury or infection compared to other methods.
- Faster: The procedure is typically completed more quickly, allowing for prompt relief.
- Better tolerated: Most patients find microsuction less invasive and more comfortable than syringing or irrigation.
- More comfortable: With minimal contact and no water flushing, patients experience a more pleasant treatment.
- More effective: Microsuction is highly efficient at removing ear wax, even in cases of impacted or hardened wax.
Our team of GPs are among the most highly qualified in the country, having undergone specialised microsuction training accredited by the British Society of Audiology (BSA) and the British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists (BSHAA). You can trust that your treatment will be performed by skilled professionals, ensuring the highest standards of care.
Your Trusted Provider for Safe and Regulated Ear Wax Removal
Ear Wax Removal is a regulated service and must only be carried out by a qualified medical professional.
There are many ear wax removal services across the UK that are not registered with the CQC and operate unregulated.
We are the only ear wax removal clinic registered with CQC across Nottingham & Derby.
When choosing someone to carry out wax removal, for peace of mind, pick a provider that is regulated by CQC.
Your hearing health is too important to leave to chance!