Earwax Removal
What is Earwax Removal?
Earwax removal, also known as cerumen management, is the removal of excessive earwax that can build up over time. Normally, earwax is a good thing because it naturally protects your ear. However, in some cases your body can produce too much of it to the point that you may not be able to hear as well as you should.
The Bloom Hearing Specialists Difference
- Microsuction uses fine suction devices to gently draw earwax debris out of the ear canal without pushing anything further in.
- Curettage uses delicate instrument to carefully scoop or lift wax away under direct vision.
These procedures are preferred by Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) specialists and are designed to be quick, gentle and low risk. Using specialists Vorotek headwear with a convergent lens and built-in lighting, we can clearly see into the ear canal with magnification and depth perception.
If you're experiencing discomfort, reduced hearing, tinnitus or issues with your hearing, our methods are quick, safe, gentle and effective.
We offer different methods at different clinics. Book an appointment with our ear wax removal experts and get clear ears today!
Why Does Earwax Buildup?
Symptoms of earwax blockage
Symptoms Of Earwax Blockage
Earache or fullness in the ear
Itching of the ear
Ringing or noises in the ear (tinnitus)
Hearing loss that may continue to worsen
Dizziness
Discharge or odour coming from the ear
Safe Ear Cleaning Tips
Dos
- Seek medical attention if you experience ear pain, drainage, bleeding, hearing changes, an odor coming from the ear or other noticeable change
- Seek medical help if you have symptoms of hearing loss, ear fullness and ear pain
Don'ts
Use cotton swabs and harsh liquids - this can make the problem worse, even going so far as to push the excess wax further into the canal- Over-clean your ears, which may irritate the ear canal, cause infection, and even increase impacted wax
- Use 'candling' methods, which does not remove impacted earwax and can cause serious damage to the ear canal and eardrum
- Put any objects that are small in your ear, such as cotton swabs, hair pins, car keys, or toothpicks to try and clean your ears, as all of these can cause injury to the delicate ear canal, including a cut or dislocation of the tiny bones in the ear
