Microsuction Earwax Removal by Specialist GMC Registered Doctors

Unlike many high street services, our clinics operate within a fully regulated medical framework, overseen by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This ensures that every aspect of your care meets rigorous clinical and safety standards.

As a specialist doctor-led service, we are uniquely positioned to assess and treat not only straightforward cases of earwax impaction but also more complex presentations. 

These may include patients with ear infections, tympanic membrane perforations, chronic ear conditions, or other ENT-related concerns that high street providers are neither qualified/trained nor equipped to manage.

This comprehensive, regulated approach offers a level of clinical care that is not directly comparable to non-medical or unregulated providers, giving patients confidence in both the safety and quality of their treatment.

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

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.