Question 1

What is ear wax?

Accepted Answer

The body naturally secretes ear wax which can build up in the ears and cause problems with hearing, aching, dizziness and tinnitus.  Often the body removes the wax itself, but in others it may need to be extracted by a health professional.

Question 2

What causes ear wax build up?

Accepted Answer

Ear wax build up is caused by a number of reasons including:  – Frequently using cotton ear buds to clean the ears- Ear plugs or hearing aids – Natural excessive body secretion – Ears producing hard or dry ear wax – Opening of the ear to the ear drum which can be caused by narrow or hair ear canals – Ageing can also be a reason due to ear wax drying as we get older – Growth spurs in the ear canal

Question 3

What are the symptoms of ear wax build up?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms include ear ache, itchiness, ear infections, hearing loss, tinnitus and dizziness.

Question 4

What is micro-suction?

Accepted Answer

Experience the ultimate in earwax removal with Microsuction – the gold standard in clearing earwax buildup.  We exclusively use Microsuction, the most effective and safest method available, employing a precision medical vacuum suction device to delicately eliminate excess wax from your ears.  Unlike other methods, Microsuction offers unrivalled safety and precision. The ‘micro’ in Microsuction comes from ‘microscope’, a critical tool in this procedure. Our clinical specialists have a full view inside your ear, ensuring pinpoint accuracy and maximising your saf

Question 5

What does ear wax removal involve?

Accepted Answer

Micro-suction is a quick and painless treatment which uses a small device to suck out the wax in your ear.   This is the safest option, especially if you have a damaged ear drum.

Question 6

How long does ear wax removal take?

Accepted Answer

It could take a matter of minutes or longer depending on the severity of the ear wax build up.  In some cases, you may have a tough build up of wax and you may require a second visit (we offer this free of charge) in order to apply ear drops for several days to soften the wax.

Question 7

What are the results of ear wax removal?

Accepted Answer

With the removal of the ear wax, any symptoms caused by the ear wax will quickly disappear.   If you are prone to ear wax build-up, the doctor may recommend using ear drops to keep the wax soft and help it remove itself.

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