Earwax Microsuction is a relatively new and growing medical procedure. It is designed to remove earwax from the ear canal with a gentle suction device to prevent the build-up of ear wax. This procedure has several benefits over other traditional methods, such as ear syringing and irrigation, and is a safe, fast and efficient way to remove built-up earwax without causing any pain or damage to the eardrum. In addition, Earwax Microsuction requires no anaesthesia or sedation before or during the procedure.
What Is Earwax Microsuction?
Ear wax build-up is a common problem for people of all ages and can be very uncomfortable or irritating if left alone. You could, if you wanted, try to deal with it yourself, but this can cause further problems, so it’s best to contact us here at Colchester Earwax Clinic to receive advice on the next step you should take.
Ear wax is not an inherently problematic thing and is a crucial part of your ear and general health. Ear wax prevents debris, bacteria, viruses and pathogens from getting further into the ear canal as well as maintaining the lubrication of the delicate lining inside your ear.
Problems arise when the ear canal produces too much ear wax or if you have accidentally pushed it down into the canal whilst cleaning your ears with a cotton bud.
With Earwax Microsuction, the excess wax is gently cleaned out using a very small suction device. This cleans out your ear canal and fixes your wax build-up related hearing issues.
What are the Benefits of Earwax Microsuction?
Earwax Microsuction has several benefits over other, similar treatments. It is a dry and entirely hygienic procedure that does not require any specialist gels, drops, fluids or anaesthetic. Some of the other key benefits include:
Signs you need Earwax Microsuction
Many people jump to the worst-case scenario once they start to experience issues with their hearing. Ear-wax build-up is typically the last thing that comes to mind but is one of the most common causes of hearing issues.
Unless it is a problem you have dealt with before – you may not know exactly what signs you should be looking out for once you begin to experience hearing problems.
Symptoms of Ear Wax Build-up
What are the Risks?
Risks and side effects of the earwax microsuction procedure are incredibly rare and mostly minor. Microsuction is an incredibly safe procedure overall, but as with any other treatment, there are a few risks.
Some of the most common side effects are:
- Dizziness - you may experience some dizziness immediatley after the procedure, this should subside rather quickly
- Infection - As with any procedure you go through, there is always a small risk of infection following earwax microsuction. All tools used in the procedure are single-use and are disposed of after each procedure so infection is very rare.
- Ear Trauma - The earwax microsuction procedure involves a tube being inserted into the ear canal, so there is a minor risk that some damage could occur to the canal or eardrum. This usually occurs from sudden movements by the patients.
How Much Does Earwax Microsuction Cost?
Our earwax microsuction procedure costs as little as £55 for one ear and £65 for two ears (almost half the national average!) and can be completed on the same day. Earwax microsuction is an incredibly fast and efficient procedure and you should be able to get yourself home within the hour at most.
Book your Earwax Microsuction Appointment Today
Here at Colchester Earwax Clinic, we have over ten years of experience and have helped hundreds of patients solve their earwax build-up problems.
Mandeep Sandhu is a GPHC registered prescribing pharmacist and has been registered for over a decade. He is also certified in Wax Removal using the safest Microsuction techniques. Using the latest technology, a detailed assessment of your ear health will be made, a hearing screening test completed, and wax removal performed if needed.
If you would like to book your earwax microsuction appointment with us, please do not hesitate to contact us at 0120322109 or info@colchesterearwaxclinic.co.uk. You can also book now through our online booking system.
Alternatively, you can visit us in person at Dedham Pharmacy, High Street, Dedham Colchester CO7 6DE.