What is Microsuction Ear Wax Removal?
Ear wax microsuction is a technique used to remove ear wax or debris from the ear using specialised ENT medical instruments.
During microsuction ear wax removal, our experienced GP doctors can see inside the ear canal in great detail, as they use a fine sterile suction device to remove wax from your ear.
The ear wax suction removal process is a little like using a tiny vacuum cleaner to suck out excess wax. It means we have minimal contact with your ear lobe for a more comfortable procedure than syringing or irrigation.
With microsuction ear wax removal, no water needs to be flushed into the ear. This makes it much less likely than syringing to cause an infection and is a faster and an all-round easier method of ear wax removal.
Specialist doctors will carry out your treatment so you know you’re in the safest hands.
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Do I Need Impacted Ear Wax Removal?
You may require our microsuction ear wax removal service if:
- There’s an ear wax build up in your ear canal, causing symptoms (e.g. hearing loss, pressure symptoms, irritation)
- You have especially small ear canals – this can make it harder for wax to naturally leave the ear canal, causing a build-up
- Your ear wax is particularly hard
- Cotton buds have pushed wax deeper into your ear canal, creating an ear wax plug
- You wear a hearing aid or regularly wear ear plugs – this can stop wax falling out of your ear naturally
- You have an external ear canal infection (otitis externa)
- Your audiologist cannot perform a hearing test as there is difficulty seeing your full ear drum
- You’re preparing for an impression for a hearing aid fitting
- You’re about to undergo grommet insertion
- Prior to middle ear surgery
Reasons For Emergency Ear Wax Removal
Blocked Ears Can Be Very Painful And Come With A Number Of Other Symptoms, Such As Muffled Hearing Or Tinnitus. Get Immediate Relief From The Pain Of Blocked Ears With Emergency Ear Wax Removal.
You may have been experiencing the symptoms of blocked ears for some time and have now decided to look for emergency ear wax removal to treat the problem quickly. In other cases, something may have exacerbated your symptoms, leading to mild or moderate pain. The typical reasons we see patients for emergency ear wax removal are:
- Ear infections – ear infections like otitis externa or otitis media can cause a build-up of ear wax, which puts pressure on the ear drum. Removing the ear wax reduces this pressure and also allows any antibiotic ear drops to work more efficiently to clear an infection
- Hearing loss – sudden hearing loss can be worrying, but may just be down to an impaction of ear wax. Following microsuction, normal hearing is likely to return. If not, further investigation can be sought
- Perforated ear drum – a perforated ear drum can be particularly painful and excess ear wax can be the cause. Microsuction can be carried out when an ear drum is perforated and will remove the wax build-up that may have led to the perforation
Microsuction is a gold standard technique for successfully removing unwanted ear wax. At Nottingham Ear Clinic all of our emergency ear wax removal procedures are carried out by highly skilled ear care specialists who can help ease your symptoms and clear excess wax quickly, safely, and effectively.
Why Ear Microsuction is the Best Method Of Ear Wax Removal
Ear wax microsuction is the best method of excess wax removal compared to other treatments like syringing and irrigation, and has the following added benefits:
- It’s safer
- It’s a much faster procedure
- It’s typically better tolerated by patients
- It’s more comfortable
- It’s more effective at ear wax removal
Our team of GPs are among the most highly qualified in the country and have undertaken specifc microsuction training accredited by the BSA (British Society of Audiology) and BSHAA (British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists).
Your Trusted Choice 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!