Ear Wax Removal

EAR WAX REMOVAL

Most Audiology Clinics do not have Audiologists trained in wax removal. Ours are trained and experienced at determining the best method for wax removal and regularly perform ear cleaning. We are skilled at using micro-suction, loops and tools and occasionally use syringing if the wax is very deep and soft.

Our Audiologists use a head worn surgical scope for excellent depth perception so we can see clearly down the canal when removing the build up. We use the same methods for ear cleaning as ENT Surgeons. We are happy to perform earwax removal for Doctors and Medical Professionals who do not routinely perform ear cleaning.

Ear cleaning is performed before hearing assessment and as part of our hearing aid fittings, check-ups and reviews when required. We also perform earwax removal for people who just need cleaning of their ears due to issues with build up. We offer very cost effective and professional ear cleaning and earwax removal.

The medical term for earwax is cerumen. Earwax has antibacterial, anti-fungal and insect repellant properties and helps the health of the ear canal. Earwax traps dirt, dust, shed skin, hair cells and other things that enter the ear. The ear canal slowly works earwax and debris out, however, the build up in the canal can be greater than the ear’s ability to self-clean and this is where removal becomes important.

Earwax can cause hearing loss, earache, ear infection, itchiness, a feeling of fullness in the ear, dizziness, coughing and tinnitus (ringing in the ear/s). A sudden hearing loss could be a wax blockage, but it could also indicate a serious medical issue that needs urgent diagnosis and attention. Our Audiologists can determine the problem and advise on the best treatment. Sudden hearing loss should never be ignored.

It is important for people who wear hearing aids to be checked for wax regularly because hearing aids can push wax down the canal leading to blockage and wax can enter the hearing aids causing issues with function and breakdowns.

Cotton buds push wax deeper into the canal and ear candling has no scientific benefit and has been shown to be ineffective. Self treatment of earwax problems without professional advice is not recommended, so call us today for an appointment to check your ears.