Manual Wax Removal

What is Manual Wax Removal

Manual removal is using specially designed tools to remove the wax from the outer part of the ear canal. Sometimes it helps to physically lift the piece of wax if it is quite solid and deep. This is because with water syringing the piece of solid wax could be stopping the water from getting behind it and washing it out. On the other hand with microsuction quite often we will refer to putting in more oil, however, in some instances, the wax is so dry it can come away from the wall of the ear canal itself and be gently pulled out with purpose-designed tweezers.

When should I seek a professional for ear wax removal?

Earwax usually isn’t a problem, except when it causes one of the following issues;

Earache
Reduced Hearing
Tinnitus
Dizziness
Hearing aids stop working or whistles
Skin irritation
Trapped water
Infection

What happens during the manual removal appointment?

Case history
Video otoscopy of the ear canals and eardrums
Removal of the ear wax
Video otoscopy for re-examination and to show you the clear ear
Better hearing and healthier ears